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

Coastway Veterinary Group

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