Animal Trust
Animal Nursing Assistant
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
ANA Role at Wat Warrington Hospital
We are seeking an addition to our team at Wat Warrington Hospital. The ANA role is a vital support role within our clinical team, working alongside veterinary surgeons and registered veterinary nurses to maintain high standards of patient care. As part of the team, you’ll contribute to both client-facing and clinical duties, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for patients, clients, and colleagues alike.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare, confident in a clinical environment, and committed to providing outstanding service in both front-of-house and back-of-house settings.
About Animal Trust
Animal Trust stands out from other veterinary services. Firstly, we are a unique Community Interest Company, being the only veterinary CIC in the UK to date. Our primary focus isn't solely on maximising profits; instead, we are dedicated to delivering on our mission and ensuring enough profit to sustain our business in the long term.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the day-to-day care of hospitalised patients, including feeding, cleaning, and providing comfort
- Restrain animals safely and appropriately during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
- Support the clinical team in providing care across a varied caseload
- Prepare theatre spaces and equipment for surgical procedures
- Maintain cleanliness and asepsis in surgical and prep areas throughout the day
- Clean and sterilise surgical instruments and medical equipment
- Run in-house diagnostic tests (e.g. blood samples) under supervision
- Liaise with external labs regarding samples
- Support in maintaining stock levels and replenishing clinical supplies
- Greet clients and assist with patient admissions and discharges
- Answer incoming calls and provide basic support or escalate appropriately
- Offer a calm and compassionate presence to clients during visits
- Accurately record patient information and communicate updates to the team
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness across clinical and non-clinical areas
- Follow infection control protocols, including isolation procedures as needed
- Complete daily cleaning tasks, equipment checks, and hygiene logs
- Assist with stock rotation and restocking of clinical consumables
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
About You
- Calm, compassionate, with a passion for animal care
- Strong communication skills with both clients and colleagues
- Able to follow instructions and take ownership of delegated tasks
- Confident in relaying accurate information to team members and clients
- High attention to hygiene, safety, and infection control
- Previous experience in a veterinary or animal care role (desirable but not essential)
- Willingness to learn and develop within a clinical setting
Hours
- 08:00 - 18:30 hrs
- Rota: 4 on 4 off
- Average of 35 hours per week
- Holiday: 5.6 weeks (including Bank Holidays)
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London