Veterinary Care Assistant

Jurassic Recruitment - Veterinary Recruitment; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary recruitment agency is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant in Hemel Hempstead. The ideal candidate will have veterinary experience and a passion for animal welfare. This part-time role offers competitive pay between £13.50 and £14.50 per hour, along with the opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive team environment.

Benefits

Friendly team environment

Opportunity for training and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary or animal care setting.
• Reliable, positive, and team-focused attitude.
• Flexibility to work 8-hour shifts over 3 days each week.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinary surgeons and nurses in day-to-day care of patients.
• Supporting with animal handling, feeding, cleaning, and exercise.
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment throughout the practice.
• Assisting with reception duties when needed.
• Ensuring smooth running of the practice through general support tasks.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal welfare passion

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA). Location: Hemel Hempstead. Hours: Part-Time - 3 Days a Week (8-Hour Shifts). Salary: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour (dependent on experience). MUST HAVE VETERINARY EXPERIENCE.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinary surgeons and nurses in the day-to-day care of patients
• Supporting with animal handling, feeding, cleaning, and exercise
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment throughout the practice
• Assisting with reception duties when needed, including greeting clients and managing appointments
• Ensuring the smooth running of the practice through general support tasks

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working in a veterinary or animal care setting
• A genuine passion for animal welfare
• A reliable, positive, and team-focused attitude
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Flexibility to work 8-hour shifts over 3 days each week

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50-£14.50 (depending on experience)
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work in a busy and varied practice
• Potential for further development and training

If you're a caring, motivated individual looking for a part-time VCA role in Hemel Hempstead, we'd love to hear from you.