Job Description

Animal Care Assistant
Waverley Vets, Godalming Veterinary Surgery, Godalming, South East
Discipline: Clinical Support
Full Time
Up to 27,000 DOE

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Animal Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Godalming Veterinary Surgery. In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting our fantastic veterinary team and the providing the best care to our patients.

Your duties will include carrying out important daily tasks, maintaining our hospital's high hygiene standards, assisting with veterinary treatments, preparing surgical areas and ensuring surgical equipment and attire are kept in top condition.

About Us

Our Godalming site has a friendly, supportive culture consisting of long-standing team colleagues. We have a really strong bond as a team and will pull together in every aspect of the job role. We strive to provide the best care for our patients and clients and put animal care at the heart of everything we do.

Godalming is located in a beautiful town which offers a variety of High Street shops and lots of options for lunchtime breaks, along with some beautiful walks in and around the area and a few pubs along the way. We are a stone's throw away from Godalming train station with access to London in less than an hour.

Applicant Requirements

We are seeking a kind, thoughtful individual with a high energy level and a positive, proactive attitude. You should be resourceful, able to take initiative, and use your time and resources effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for all aspects of animal care and welfare are essential. Above all, you should be dedicated to going the extra mile to provide exceptional care to our patients.

Your shift pattern

This is an exciting role working a variety of shifts across 40 hours per week on a rota basis.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

6.6 weeks annual leave Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Non-accidental injury support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension scheme Discounted staff pet care
Waverley Vets, Godalming Veterinary Surgery
The Old Auction Mart, Station Approach, Godalming, GU7 1EU, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
Rabbit Friendly
Chicken Friendly