Part-Time Veterinary Care Assistant (Equine & Farm)

IVC Evidensia Group; Bodmin; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave scheme

Holiday allowance based on service

Family-friendly policies

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work

Discounted veterinary care

Inspiring vet care Academy

Green Cars salary sacrifice

Job summary

Kernow Veterinary Group, Kernow Farm and Equine in Bodmin, Cornwall, is seeking a part-time Veterinary Care Assistant to join our mixed practice. You’ll support the clinical team with patient handling, maintain equipment, and help with administration in a friendly, team-focused environment.

Based at our equine practice in St Columb, some travel to the Bodmin site and livery yards may be required. A full driving license and own vehicle are essential to cover sites.

Qualifications

• GCSEs grade four or above in Maths and English.
• Full Driving Licence and ability to use own vehicle.
• Reliable with great attention to detail.
• Flexible, punctual and self-motivated.
• Able to follow directions and work independently.
• Experience in veterinary, equine or agricultural sector.
• SQP qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical team in patient handling and restraint.
• Assist with inpatient care and equipment maintenance.
• Clean and maintain day-to-day equipment and work areas.
• Use own vehicle to transport equipment between sites.
• Attend to admin tasks as required.

Skills

Driving licence

Own vehicle

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Attention to detail

Reliability

Flexibility

Punctuality

Independent work

SQP Qualified

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

Kernow Veterinary Group, Kernow Farm and Equine in Bodmin, Cornwall, is seeking a part-time Veterinary Care Assistant to join our mixed practice. You’ll support the clinical team with patient handling, maintain equipment, and help with administration in a friendly, team-focused environment.

Based at our equine practice in St Columb, some travel to the Bodmin site and livery yards may be required. A full driving license and own vehicle are essential to cover sites.