Veterinary Care Assistant

Vets for Pets; Warrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Warrington is offering a full-time opportunity for a Veterinary Care Assistant or an apprenticeship in Animal Care and Welfare. Responsibilities include working alongside a veterinary team, maintaining the practice, monitoring in-patients, and assisting with operations. Ideal candidates should meet eligibility criteria for the apprenticeship, including residing in the UK for 3 years. This role supports professional growth in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Must have lived in the UK/EU for 3 years prior to apprenticeship start.
• Not undertaking another apprenticeship simultaneously.
• Not in full-time education.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside vets, nurses, and reception team.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the practice.
• Feed and monitor in-patients.
• Run clinical tests on animals.
• Assist in operations preparations.
• Communicate with clients in person and by phone.

Education

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Animal Care and Welfare

GCSEs in English and Maths at Level 4

Job description

Are you a qualified Veterinary Care Assistant, or keen to begin your career through an apprenticeship? At Warrington Riverside Vets for Pets, we’re offering an exciting opportunity to either join our team as an experienced Veterinary Care Assistant or take your first step into the profession by working towards a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Animal Care and Welfare.

Position Details

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week including 1 in 2 weekends, for a fixed term of 18 Months.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside vets, vet nurses, and our reception team
• Keeping the practice clean, tidy, and organised
• Feeding and monitoring in-patients
• Running clinical tests
• Handling a variety of small animals
• Helping set up for operations
• Deep cleaning all areas
• Speaking to clients on the phone and in person

Apprenticeship Eligibility

• Must have lived in the UK and/or EU for 3 years prior to apprenticeship start date
• Not be undertaking another apprenticeship at the same time
• Not be in full time education
• Pass your initial probation period

As part of this apprenticeship, you will be required to complete a Level 2 English and Maths functional skills qualification. If you have already achieved GCSEs in English and Maths at Level 4 (grade C) or above, you will not need to complete the functional skills element of this apprenticeship.

The successful candidate(s) will be enrolled onto a Level 2 apprenticeship in Animal Care and Welfare. At the enrolment state, the individual’s eligibility will be checked by the training provider. Candidates should ensure they do not have pre‑existing qualifications at the same or higher level in a similar subject to the apprenticeship.

For more details on the apprenticeship standard, see: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/animal-care-and-welfare-assistant-v1-1

Location

WA2 8TW

Inclusion Statement

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!