Veterinary Care Assistant — Growth & Development Path

IVC Evidensia; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Discounted care

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning & development

Cycle to Work

Job summary

inspiring vet care in Leicester seeks a Veterinary Care Assistant for Bell, Brown and Bentley. The role is 37.5 hours per week on a rota from 8am–7pm, with 1–3 Saturdays in 10 weeks.

No out-of-hours work is required, and the team supports patient and client care to high standards. You will work under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, assisting with inpatient care, patient handling, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for animals or working in a veterinary setting is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are essential.
• A proactive attitude to learning and development within a veterinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals as needed under supervision.
• Clean and sterilise veterinary instruments and clinical areas.
• Support inpatient care and patient handling.
• Assist with reception duties and client communication.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

inspiring vet care in Leicester seeks a Veterinary Care Assistant for Bell, Brown and Bentley. The role is 37.5 hours per week on a rota from 8am–7pm, with 1–3 Saturdays in 10 weeks.

No out-of-hours work is required, and the team supports patient and client care to high standards. You will work under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, assisting with inpatient care, patient handling, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.