Veterinary Care Assistant (Part-Time)

inspiring vet care; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave + birthday off

Pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work salary sacrifice

Discounted veterinary care

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

inspiring vet care in the East Midlands is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant on a part-time permanent basis. You will join a well-equipped practice with dedicated teams to deliver high standards of patient and client care.

The role involves supporting inpatient care, patient handling and assisting the veterinary surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse. 25 hours per week across 5 days Mon-Fri, with Saturdays on a rota and TOIL. Training and development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with animals in a clinical or non-clinical setting is advantageous.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; ability to stay organised in a busy environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a veterinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient and client care.
• Assist with inpatient care, patient handling and restraint.
• Maintain cleanliness of clinical areas and equipment.
• Contribute to a positive and compassionate experience for patients and clients.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Animal welfare

Organisation

Willingness to learn

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Veterinary Care Assistant to join our on a part-time permanent basis.

We are a well-established practice with a large client base. It has great facilities including 4 consult rooms, a separate cattery, kennel and isolation ward, x-ray and ultrasound, theatre and prep room with an in-house laboratory. The practice is situated close to local amenities. The practice is easily accessible with free car parking. It has excellent transport links, including the A52 and M1, and is a 30-minute walk from the train station where you can get a direct train to London.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient and client care, while helping to ensure the practice environment runs smoothly and safely.

Working under the direction of a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you'll support inpatient care, assist with patient handling and restraint, help maintain clinical areas and equipment, and contribute to a positive and compassionate experience for both patients and clients.

Working Pattern

• 25 hours per week across 5 days Mon-Fri. Mix of shift cover. Saturdays on a rota basis with TOIL.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop within a veterinary environment. You’ll bring:

• A caring, professional approach with a genuine interest in animal welfare
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively in a busy environment
• A proactive attitude to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Experience of working with animals in either a clinical or non-clinical setting would be advantageous

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Structured development opportunities, including access to VCA development programmes and apprenticeships
• Supportive, collaborative teams focused on delivering high-quality patient and client care
• A values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off FTE
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes, subject to eligibility criteria
• Learning and development opportunities via the inspiring vet care Academy
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £16,580.20 a year

Up to £16,580.2 per annum