Job Description

Overview of Role:

We are looking for an apprentice to join our team. This is a full time position working in practice to gain an apprenticeship in animal care and welfare.

The apprenticeship course content is assessed through assignments, portfolio and practical examinations. The apprentice will have to undertake an oral examination as part of the apprenticeship requirements.

The animal nursing assistant is a key member of the Veterinary Team, the role is responsible for supporting all colleagues by maintaining high standard of cleanliness throughout the practice, supporting the reception area and caring for animals under the supervision of qualified employees.

Responsibilities

Clean, maintain and sterilise consumables, surgical instruments and kits required for procedures

Laundry maintenance

Maintaining stock in the clinical areas through restocking and ordering as required

Undertaking reception tasks as required - referring to Reception job description

Monitoring and maintaining cleanliness throughout the whole practice according to daily, weekly and monthly checklists

Report faults with equipment, surgical instruments and ancillary equipment to senior members of the team

Assist Senior team members with coordination and implementation of regular servicing and maintenance of equipment

Support nurse team by undertaking aspects of patient care and hygiene with support and supervision.

Assist qualified nurses with recovery of patients from anesthesia

Undertake CPD and training as required

Ensure own safety, and the safety of others who may be affected by your actions

Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you in the post.

Person Specification:

The role would be best suited to a person who:

enjoys working as part of a team.

Strong ability to complete tasks by following instruction and under own initiative

Able to communicate with all colleagues and clients at the practice

Has a flexible and collaborative working style

Organised and efficient

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 20,800.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025
Expected start date: 07/10/2025