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Veterinary Prep Room & Surgical Kits Assistant

South Lincs Vet Group, Sutterton, Boston, East Midlands

Discipline: Clinical Support

Full Time

£23,345 pro-rata

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At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Prep Room and Surgical Kits Assistant to join our team at Sutterton Veterinary Hospital, South Lincs Vets, on a full time basis working 35hrs per week.

 

Nestled between Spalding and Boston in the picturesque Lincolnshire countryside, our location provides a peaceful backdrop for your career. As an RCVS-accredited hospital, we take pride in being fully equipped, offering all the resources you need to thrive.

 

South Lincs Vet Group consists of the main hospital and 4 branch locations. Our team is strong and dedicated, with 17 vets, including certificate holders in Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue Surgery, ECC, and Medicine. Supporting them is a fantastic team of 50+ RVNs, SVNs, VCAs, ACAs, reception, and admin staff, all working seamlessly together to deliver outstanding care.

 
 

How You’ll Make a Difference

 

As a Prep Room & Surgical Kits Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient and client care, while helping to ensure the practice environment runs smoothly and safely.

 

Working under the direction of a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you'll be based in our theatre service supporting with cleaning, packing and autoclaving equipment, laundry for inpatients, and ensuring all equipment is ready for theatre, contributing to a positive and compassionate experience for both patients and clients. You'll also support with general housekeeping and supporting the nursing teams as needed.

 

Working Pattern

 
  • 35 hours per week
  • 1 in 4 Saturdays
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    You Might Be a Great Fit If...

     

    You are a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop within a veterinary environment. You’ll bring:

     
  • A caring, professional approach with a genuine interest in animal welfare
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively in a busy environment
  • A proactive attitude to learning, with openness to feedback and development
  • Experience of working with animals in either a clinical or non-clinical setting would be advantageous
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    How We’ll Support You

     

    At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

     
  • Structured development opportunities, including access to VCA development programmes and apprenticeships
  • Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Student Veterinary Nurse roles and beyond
  • Supportive, collaborative teams focused on delivering high-quality patient and client care
  • A values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement
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    What We Offer Our Team

     
  • 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
  • Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes, subject to eligibility criteria
  • Learning and development opportunities via the inspiring vet care Academy
  • Pension scheme
  • Discounted veterinary care
  • Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
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    We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

     

    Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

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    Station Road, Sutterton, Boston, Boston, PE20 2LF, United Kingdom

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