Compassionate Animal Care Assistant | Busy Vet Clinic

Inspiring Vet Care; Leinster; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Ark Vetcare Dún Laoghaire is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Animal Care Assistant to join our growing team.

This full‑time role involves hands‑on animal care, assisting with patient care, keeping clinics clean, helping with reception duties, and delivering a welcoming, professional service to pet owners.

We are a six‑vet, five‑nurse practice equipped with modern diagnostic tools and a supportive environment for learning and development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a QQI qualification in Animal Care or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and comfortable patient areas.
• Feed and exercise animals.
• Assist with patient care and prepare clinical areas.
• Support the wider team with general housekeeping duties.
• Assist with reception duties: greet clients, manage appointments, answer calls.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

QQI Animal Care qualification

Job description

Ark Vetcare Dún Laoghaire is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Animal Care Assistant to join our growing team.

This full‑time role involves hands‑on animal care, assisting with patient care, keeping clinics clean, helping with reception duties, and delivering a welcoming, professional service to pet owners.

We are a six‑vet, five‑nurse practice equipped with modern diagnostic tools and a supportive environment for learning and development.