Vet Care Assistant — No Nights, 20hrs Sat/Mon

CVS Group UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

National Minimum Wage

5 weeks annual leave + Bank Holidays

Staff discount on veterinary bills

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First‑Aiders

Job summary

CVS Group UK is seeking a Veterinary Patient Care Assistant for our Woking Veterinary Centre. This part-time role (20 hours) covers Saturdays and Mondays from 8am to 7pm in a modern, busy practice with a dedicated team and no night shifts.

You will support RVNs and Vets, care for patients, assist during procedures, and help with reception and admin tasks. A passion for animals and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and empathy with the public.
• Experience in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling.
• Ability to cope with distressing and emotional situations.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Nursing care to patients.
• Assisting Vets and Nurses in restraining animals for treatment.
• Cleaning, walking, and feeding of patients.
• Preparation of emergency and operating facilities.
• General cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Running internal lab samples.
• Answering emergency calls.
• Covering the receptionist desk, including answering queries, booking appointments and taking payments.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Empathy

Customer service

Animal welfare

Resilient

Teamwork

Veterinary experience

Job description

CVS Group UK is seeking a Veterinary Patient Care Assistant for our Woking Veterinary Centre. This part-time role (20 hours) covers Saturdays and Mondays from 8am to 7pm in a modern, busy practice with a dedicated team and no night shifts.

You will support RVNs and Vets, care for patients, assist during procedures, and help with reception and admin tasks. A passion for animals and strong teamwork are essential.