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Animal Care Assistant
Animal Care Assistant – Kingston Veterinary Group, Beverley (Full-Time)
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-oriented Animal Care Assistant to join our Kingston Veterinary Group in Beverley on a full-time basis.
About the Role
Kingston Veterinary Group is a 6-site practice with a tier 3 veterinary hospital at its core. Since 2019, our Beverley Road branch has been our dedicated dental branch, providing dental services to the entire practice. In 2021, the site underwent expansion, now featuring two fully equipped dental suites with dental X-ray capabilities.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As an Animal Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the clinical team to deliver exceptional patient and client care while ensuring a smooth, safe, and compassionate practice environment.
Working under the direction of a Veterinary Surgeon (VS) or Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), you will:
- Support inpatient care under supervision
- Assist with patient handling and restraint
- Help maintain clinical areas and equipment
- Contribute to a positive experience for both patients and clients
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a high standard of inpatient care under the direction of the VS or RVN
- Communicate with the supervising VS and RVN on basic inpatient status updates
- Provide professional communication when handling reception and client-based duties
- Assist in setting up clinical procedures and support VS and RVN during operations
- Build strong relationships with all practice team members
- Adhere strictly to IVC Evidensia policies and animal welfare standards
- Follow and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Maintain high cleanliness and biosecurity standards throughout the facility
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This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, running Monday–Saturday.
Do You Have What It Takes?
We’re looking for a reliable, motivated individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys growing within a veterinary setting. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- A caring, professional approach with a genuine passion for animal welfare
- Strong communication skills to work well with colleagues and clients
- Excellent organisational abilities to manage tasks efficiently in a busy environment
- A proactive attitude toward learning and open-mindedness toward feedback
- Preferable: Prior experience working with animals in clinical or non-clinical settings
How We’ll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to your growth and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
- Structured development opportunities, including access to VCA development programmes and apprenticeships
- Clear career progression pathways, leading to Student Veterinary Nurse roles and beyond
- Supportive teams focused on high-quality patient and client care
- A values-driven culture centered on care, community, and continuous improvement
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What We Offer Our Team
Work-Life Balance & Reward
- 6.6 weeks annual leave, plus a birthday off
- Enhanced holiday allowance, increasing with length of service
- Family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
Wellbeing & Benefits
- Employee wellbeing initiatives, including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to the inspiring vet care Academy for learning and development opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Discounted veterinary care
Voluntary Perks
- Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme
- Discounts and cashback with hundreds of partnering retailers
Your Journey at inspiring vet care
We’re dedicated to supporting our team through:
✔ Career development ✔ Wellness initiatives ✔ Access to world-class learning resources
Whether you’re at the beginning of your veterinary career or seeking the next step, we offer the support, opportunities, and community to help you grow.
Note: We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as resume screening, candidate assessment, or inconsistencies verification. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final decisions are always made by our human hiring team.
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Salary: Up to £26,528.31 per annum
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