Veterinary Care Assistant: Growth & Training

IVC; Ospringe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

Healthcare plan

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Learning & development

Cycle to work

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team. This full-time role at our Faversham/Whitstable practices offers 40 hours per week, working 9:00am–5:30pm on weekdays, supporting the clinical team and delivering high standards of patient and client care.

You will work under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, assisting with inpatient care, handling animals, maintaining clinical areas and equipment, and contributing to a compassionate client experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting clinical teams or working with animals in a care setting.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to stay organised in a busy veterinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive care to patients and clients.
• Assist with patient handling and restraint.
• Support inpatient care and maintenance of clinical areas.
• Carry out pharmacy-related duties, stock management and labelling.
• Help with sterilisation and cleaning of equipment.
• Maintain asepsis and high standards of cleanliness across clinical areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Animal welfare

Learning attitude

Job description

inspiring vet care is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team. This full-time role at our Faversham/Whitstable practices offers 40 hours per week, working 9:00am–5:30pm on weekdays, supporting the clinical team and delivering high standards of patient and client care.

You will work under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, assisting with inpatient care, handling animals, maintaining clinical areas and equipment, and contributing to a compassionate client experience.