Animal Care Assistant (Part-Time/Mat Leave)

Job Description

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