Animal Care Assistant (Part-Time/Mat Leave)
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual with a genuine love for animal care and welfare. The ideal candidate should thrive in a busy team environment and be confident working independently when needed. Previous experience in a veterinary practice (paid or voluntary) is highly desirable, along with a strong willingness to learn.
About the role
The role will involve:
- General cleaning and housekeeping tasks throughout the building in both clinical and non-clinical areas.
- Covering the receptionist desk, managing queries, booking appointments, and processing payments.
- Providing nursing care to patients under direction.
- Assisting Vets and Nurses with animal restraint during treatments.
- Cleaning, walking, and feeding patients.
- Preparing treatment areas.
- Order unpacking, and stock rotation.
- Running internal lab samples.
This is a part-time role covering maternity leave for a period of 12 months. You will be working 24 hours over 3 days per week, 8 hours per day.
Want to know more about us?
Our four clinics—based in Irvine, Kilwinning, Kilmarnock, and West Kilbride—are situated along Ayrshire’s stunning west coast, offering a mix of beautiful countryside, scenic beaches, and easy access to the vibrant city life of Glasgow. We are a well-established, client-focused practice with a dedicated team of 10 Vets, 9 RVNs, 2 SVNs, 3 ACAs, and a welcoming reception and support team.
What we’re looking for in our Animal Care Assistant
- Experience with animals or in healthcare would be an added advantage.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to show empathy.
- Excellent customer service experience, with a professional approach to dealing with the public.
- A valid driving license, as travel between our 4 sites is required.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well within a team.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage your workload efficiently.
- Previous experience in a veterinary environment is desirable.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
- 6.6Weeks annual leaveFTE
- 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
- Discounted staff pet care
17-19 Byres Road, Kilwinning, KA13 6JY, United Kingdom
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