Overview
We are hiring! Due to an internal move we have an opening as a Kennel Assistant. You will be working in the wards at Pride Veterinary Centre. This is a full-time contract on a one week on, two weeks off basis covering 6pm – 8am.
About the role
Most of us love animals of all shapes and sizes but we require applicants to clearly evidence their previous experience of working with animals. We have been tasked to ensure the safety and comfort of all the animals in our care and we need to do that to the highest possible level, so having some similar animal experience would be a true asset.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for maintaining a high level of cleanliness within the ward environment, such as cleaning kennels, exercising patients, washing bowls, laundry, stock maintenance, animal handling, basic care including TPR (temperature, pulse and respiration checks), grooming, feeding and assisting the veterinary team. This is an active role.
Requirements
* Previous experience with animal care
* Self-motivated
* Problem solver
* Hard worker
Desirable
* Previous night working experience
* TPR experience
Benefits
* 6.6 Weeks annual leave
* Birthday leave added to your holiday allowance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
* Pension scheme
* Discounted staff pet care
£12.21 per hour
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
Industries
Veterinary Services
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