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Apply Enthusiastic, motivated, and caring with a passion for animal welfare An excellent team player with the ability to use your own initiative Committed to delivering outstanding patient care Previous experience working with animals or as a VCA is advantageous but not essential – full training will be provided You will be looking to progress onto veterinary nurse training in the future Full training and support in your role The opportunity to work in a friendly, supportive, and highly skilled team A chance to gain valuable experience in a hospital environment If you are passionate about animal care and are looking for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!
6.6 weeks annual leave Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be 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 100's of retailers Pension scheme Discounted staff pet care Apply
Veterinary Care Assistant
Wood Street Veterinary Group, Wood Street Vet Hospital, Herts, London
Discipline: Clinical Support
Full Time
£25,484.71 per year
Wood Street Veterinary Hospital is a busy, 24-hour, RCVS-accredited Tier 3 hospital. We are proud to deliver gold standard care to every patient and are committed to excellence in everything we do. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) to join our dedicated team.
About the Role
As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will support all areas of the hospital, working alongside our team of vets, nurses, and support staff. Duties will be varied and include assisting with inpatient care, maintaining cleanliness throughout the hospital, supporting procedures, and ensuring the comfort and welfare of our patients.
This is a full-time position on a one-year fixed-term contract. You will work a variety of shifts, including early shifts, late shifts, and weekends, with days off in lieu.
About You
What We Offer
Your shift pattern
You will cover a variety of 8 hour shifts ranging from between the hours of 7 am – 9 pm closing, with inclusion in the 1:2 Saturday rota.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
Wood Street Veterinary Group, Wood Street Vet Hospital
74 Wood Street, Barnet, Herts, EN5 4BW, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets