Veterinary Care Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

VC Evidensia UK; Dartford, London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a caring team as a Veterinary Care Assistant in Dartford for a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will support patient care in a modern, RCVS-accredited practice with opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Learning and development opportunities

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Veterinary Care Assistant qualification.
• Previous experience in a clinical setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Support with patient handling, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring.
• Assist with clinical preparation, hygiene, and infection control.
• Provide occasional reception cover and client support.

Skills

Compassion

Patient Handling

Infection Control

Education

Veterinary Care Assistant qualification (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Veterinary Care Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

We’re offering a fantastic 6-month fixed-term opportunity for a qualified and compassionate Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) to join our dedicated team at Easipetcare Dartford. With the possibility of extension, this role is ideal for someone who wants to be part of a caring, experienced team in a modern, RCVS-accredited practice.

• You must hold a recognised Veterinary Care Assistant qualification (Level 2 or above)
• Previous experience in a clinical setting is required.

Practice Highlights

Easipetcare Dartford is a large and modern practice with multiple consult rooms; a dedicated x-ray and ultrasound room; a large modern theatre and prep room. This is a unique opportunity to join a super friendly team in an ideal location that is easily commutable from London.

• RCVS-accredited with easy London access and free parking
• 3 consult rooms, prep area, dedicated theatre, and imaging/dental suite
• Equipment includes ultrasound, ECG, digital x-ray, multiparameter monitors, doppler, and in-house lab
• Opposite a retail park – perfect for lunch breaks and errands

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support with patient handling, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring
• Assist with clinical preparation, hygiene, and infection control
• Help with stock management and deliveries
• Provide occasional reception cover and client support
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 1 pm – 7:30 pm
• Wednesday: 8 am – 4:30 pm or 11 am – 7:30 pm (rotating)
• Consistent 32-hour week

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Discounted staff pet care

2 Kent Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2DA, United Kingdom