Weekend Veterinary Nursing Assistant (A&E & Inpatients)

Animal Trust (UK); Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 5,189,000 - 8,650,000; Part time

Job summary

Animal Nursing Assistant role at Animal Trust (UK) on Teesside, working weekends on a 6-month contract. Part-time hours and a fast-paced clinical environment offer a flexible weekend schedule for those passionate about animal care.

You will support emergency cases and inpatient care in our A+E service, assisting the veterinary team with hands-on care, feeding, walking, and nursing duties, along with reception tasks and maintaining high hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring with a passion for animal welfare.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload according to service needs.
• Previous experience in a veterinary environment is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support emergency cases and ensure well-being of inpatients and pets using the A+E service.
• Provide hands-on care: feeding, walking and general nursing duties.
• Undertake laboratory work and theatre prep to assist the nursing team.
• Carry out reception duties and maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the clinic.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

Animal Nursing Assistant role at Animal Trust (UK) on Teesside, working weekends on a 6-month contract. Part-time hours and a fast-paced clinical environment offer a flexible weekend schedule for those passionate about animal care.

You will support emergency cases and inpatient care in our A+E service, assisting the veterinary team with hands-on care, feeding, walking, and nursing duties, along with reception tasks and maintaining high hygiene standards.