Veterinary Care Assistant

purovets; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Gateshead is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to support its clinical team. You'll assist in animal handling, maintain cleanliness, and provide exceptional client care. The ideal candidate is proactive, compassionate, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary of £25,000 per annum offered, along with benefits such as 25 days annual leave and an enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Additional paid leave for volunteering and wellbeing

Enhanced pension scheme with employer contribution

Life Assurance

Access to 24/7 Online Wellbeing Centre

Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over due to the shift pattern.
• Demonstrates a passion for animal welfare and veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal handling and care.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the clinic.
• Provide reception support and client care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

Veterinary Care Assistant – Gateshead
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Contract: Full Time, FTC 18 Months

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Care Assistant to join a compassionate and dedicated team providing outstanding care for both pets and clients. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about animal welfare and looking to build a rewarding career within veterinary practice.

About the Role

As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will play an essential role in supporting the clinical team and ensuring the wellbeing of patients. Duties will include assisting with animal handling, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the clinic, providing reception support, and helping to deliver exceptional client care. You will also play a part in encouraging client contributions and promoting responsible pet ownership.

About You

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills. You’ll be proactive, compassionate, and capable of working effectively in a busy and fast-paced environment. Applicants must be aged 18 or over due to the shift pattern.

What’s on Offer

• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Additional paid leave, including a Volunteering Day, Celebration Day, and Wellbeing Day
• Enhanced pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary)
• Access to a 24/7 Online Wellbeing Centre
• Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

If you are passionate about animal care, thrive in a collaborative setting, and are looking to take the next step in your veterinary career, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply

Ref : JOB-55969