As a Veterinary care assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our veterinary team to ensure the well-being and comfort of our patients. 

In this exciting and varied role, you will collaborate with the clinical team to deliver high-quality care to both patients and clients across the hospital. Working closely with clinicians, nurses, and pet owners, you'll ensure hospitalised patients receive the highest standard of personalised care. You'll also be responsible for maintaining and cleaning the hospital facilities and equipment, while attending to in-patients by providing regular exercise, feeding, and grooming. 

Our fantastic practice is situated in a stunning part of Northeast England, near the enchanting Northumberland coast with its miles of pristine beaches, and conveniently close to the vibrant city of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.

Our team is a dynamic force, consisting of 13 veterinarians, 10 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses, 1 Animal Care Assistants, and 11 dedicated support staff.

We pride ourselves on our state-of-the-art facilities, which include on-site CT, direct digital x-ray, two dental suites equipped with x-ray, as well as laparoscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound with Doppler capabilities.

This full-time position requires 40 hours of work per week. You will cover hours between 8:00am and 8pm, Monday to Saturday, on a rota basis. The rota will include a fair share of Saturdays and Bank holidays.

We’re seeking a dedicated team player with strong and confident communication skills. While animal care qualifications are desirable, we value self-motivation and the ability to handle animals under supervision. The ideal candidate will be accurate in following instructions and maintaining records, with a willingness to learn new tasks and adapt to challenges as they arise. This role requires a full UK Driving Licence along with access to your own vehicle.  

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.