Overview
RSPCA Birmingham, United Kingdom is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) to join the Veterinary team at the Birmingham Animal Hospital (Newbrook). The role reports into one of the Nursing Team Leaders.
Responsibilities
* Undertaking nursing duties including patient care, theatre practice, assisting with consultations and general reception duties as directed.
* General cleaning duties throughout the hospital including equipment, animal quarters and premises.
* Maintaining up to date and accurate clinical records for every animal that comes into the hospital.
* Dispensing drugs in accordance with professional guidelines and hospital rules.
Qualifications
* Previous experience of veterinary care work.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* The ability to demonstrate teamwork with veterinary animal centre and Inspectorate colleagues.
* Self-motivation and an ability to manage your own time.
* An NVQ Level 2 in Animal Care or equivalent (e.g. VCA, ANA) is desirable.
Employment details
* Working hours: 35 hours per week, on a shift basis including weekends over a 10 week rolling rota.
* Day shifts: 8:00am – 3:30pm.
* Evening shifts: 2:30pm – 10:00pm.
* Nights: 10:00pm – 8:00am.
* Site: Based at the Animal Hospital in Newbrook.
* 4% shift allowance in addition to the wage range; Night shift allowance (0.33% of supplement for night shifts).
Interviews are expected to take place on 9th and 10th October. Closing date for applications is 20th September 2025.
Additional information
* Successful candidates for certain RSPCA roles will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
* Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor visas.
* We are building a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.
* Contact resourcingteam@rspca.org.uk or 0300 123 0685 for application or interview process support.
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