We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and versatile Veterinary Care Assistant to join our friendly team. The successful applicant will be an addition to our existing team of highly skilled, passionate nurses, who are supported and led by our Head Nurse, Lead Vet and Practice Manager.
The position would be full time – 40 hours per week – with shifts between 8.45am and 7.15pm, Monday-Friday. No weekend work
This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to progress into a Student Veterinary Nurse role in the future. Previous experience in Animal Care is preferable, but not essential, as you will be given on-site training.
We see a very varied caseload, including the ‘small furries’ belonging to Pets at Home!
Duties will include, but not limited to:
1. In-patient care
2. Assisting the nurses in setting up for the day’s surgical procedures
3. Helping to hold patients for the vets and nurses
4. Cleaning and packaging of surgical kits and other sterile items
5. Laboratory work
6. Stock management and putting away stock orders
7. Equipment care and maintenance
8. Maintaining high standards of practice cleanliness
9. Laundry and organisation
10. Reception and admin duties
The salary for this role is £12.21 per hour
Benefits include:
11. 20% discount in the Vets and in Pets at Home
12. Access to other discounts and cashbacks
13. In-house career development opportunities
14. Paid Birthday leave
15. Holiday allowance, with increasing allowance for length of service
16. Pension scheme
Location: OX26 4JQ
We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!