Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Animal Nursing Assistant to join our expanding team at our main site in Staines.
We are a well-equipped small animal practice with eight branches and excellent levels of patient and client care. This role will allow the ideal candidate the opportunity to develop their skills while working alongside our existing and dedicated team.
The practice fosters a learning culture across the teams. We offer the opportunity for all Animal Nursing Assistants to enroll onto accredited courses to advance in their careers and gain vital knowledge and skills. The right candidate can then progress onto a Veterinary Nursing diploma to achieve Registered Veterinary Nurse status.
The rota consists of a 35-hour week including weekend shifts. Shifts are on a rota basis between 7.30am and 10:00pm. A clean, manual driving license is a must as this role will involve travelling to work at any of our eight sites and use of our vehicles.
The successful applicant will need to be confident and possess excellent interpersonal skills, as the position also includes some reception work alongside the Client Care team. Experience working with animals would be preferred, but is not essential as full training and support will be given.
The rate of pay provided for this position is minimum wage (appropriate to age of applicant).
What we can offer you:
- A friendly and supportive working environment
- Continued professional development financial allowance
- Utilisation of your skills, aptitudes and knowledge to progress your career
- Pension contributions
- 4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
- Staff discount scheme (following probation period)
- Regular team socials
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Animal care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 19/07/2023
Expected start date: 19/07/2023