University of Cambridge
24/7 Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) - Small Animal Wing
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Salary
Salary: £23,934.67 (pro rata for 0.95 FTE) + 15% Shift Allowance = £27,524.87 per annum.
This equates to an hourly rate of £13.24 plus a 15% shift allowance.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a 24/7 Veterinary Care Assistant in our Small Animal Wing on a permanent basis. The referral hospital is a very fast-paced environment working with complex and seriously ill animals.
The main objective of the role is to provide animal care to an excellent standard for the Queen's Veterinary School referral Hospital, to meet the needs of the service in the Small Animal Wing. The small animal wing consists of four dog, two cat, critical care, isolation wards housing an average of 15-25 patients during the overnight period and Theatre Suite.
You will play an important part in a primary care team working alongside nurses and other veterinary care assistants. Responsibilities will include cleaning and animal care duties in order to assist veterinary nurses in the inpatient area and in theatres.
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Benefits
- Generous paid annual leave including bank holidays
- Defined benefit pension scheme
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Access to a dedicated Personal and Professional Development team
- Wellness programme including Occupational Health team and Staff counselling
- Staff discount scheme including shopping vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme
- Travel to work loans
- Eye care voucher scheme
- Discounted gym membership
How to Apply
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If you have any questions about this role please contact the QVSH Clinical HR Team by email: qvsh.hr@vet.cam.ac.uk Please quote reference PP51363 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
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