Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant to join our supportive team for a fixed-term maternity cover of 12 months, working 4 days a week.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer-service skills, a genuine love for animals and a desire to provide outstanding care in a fast-paced veterinary environment. This customer-facing role will include reception duties, client care responsibilities, administration tasks, hygiene and infection control, stock control, laboratory tasks and animal care duties. This vacancy involves working across our 3 East Sussex surgeries (Stone Cross, Hailsham & Eastbourne).

Join our dedicated team of veterinary professionals, comprising 11 nursing staff, 7 vets, and 9 support staff across East Sussex. We take pride in our commitment to continuous learning and development, including veterinary certificate holders in ECC and geriatric medicine, and a whole effort in ongoing training. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with skilled colleagues and contribute to our culture of excellence and compassion.

Applicant requirements:

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written Excellent team player, supportive and collaborative Excellent customer service Good IT skills Ability to provide high standard of service in a fast-paced environment Ability to remain calm under pressure Positive and friendly attitude Display compassion and patience with all clients Flexible and adaptable Must have own transport Receptionist experience, desirable Animal handling skills, desirable
You will work 32.6 hours per week across 4 weekdays, with varying shift patterns of 8:30 am - 4 pm / 8:30 am - 5:30 pm / 8:30 am - 7 pm, plus 1:8 Saturday mornings 8:30 am - 1:30 pm.

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
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: Up to 20,770.00 per year

Expected hours: 32.6 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person