Veterinary Practice Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is a new post, so initially as fixed term, but may be extended to a permanent position.
We are looking for someone who is self motivated and happy to work in a small team. Previous experience of working in the veterinary industry would be useful, but not essential.
This would involve a wide range of tasks.
Taking care of, feeding and walking animals after surgery or whilst hospitalised.
Assisting the vet or nurses & hold animals during examination if needed.
General cleaning duties – hoovering, mopping, cleaning kennels, cleaning up after surgery to include theatre, surgical kits and re packing kits ready for the next operations.
Laundry - Washing and stacking clean bedding
Answering the telephone and making appointments.
Unpacking the orders: Stocking shelves and stock rotation.
Recycling duties
Laboratory work.
Reception work /admin duties
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Salary: From £10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 28/02/2023
Reference ID: VPA28.2.23
Expected start date: 13/03/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Veterinary Practice Assistant roles across Ark Vets Pinhoe's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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