Animal Care Assistant

DescriptionGrade UE04: 26093 to 28778 per annum pro rataCMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary StudiesPart-Time: 28 hours per weekOpen-ended (permanent)The Opportunity:Are you passionate about animal care and ready to make a real difference This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a leading veterinary and teaching hospital where your work directly supports the health and wellbeing of a wide range of animals.Were proud of our dynamic and compassionate team of vets nurses and assistantsall united by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. Now were looking for someone equally dedicated to join ourAnimal Care Team.This is a hands-on fast-paced position that plays a vital role in the care of our hospitalised patients. Youll be involved in a variety of essential tasks including:Cleaning and maintaining kennels wards and clinical areas to the highest hygiene standardsSupporting hospitals infection control protocolsFeeding and grooming inpatientsWalking dogs and providing enrichmentAssisting vets and nurses with procedures involving dogs cats and exotic speciesManaging laundry and general patient care duties Shift PatternYoull work arolling pattern of 4 daytime shifts on (7:30am - 8:30pm) followed by 8 days off offering a consistent rhythm and a healthy work-life balance. Youll be part of a supportive pod system sharing annual leave cover equally with your two pod-mates. Holiday CommitmentAs part of the rota youll also cover a fair share of public holidays including over the Christmas period if your shifts fall on those dates. Training & SupportWe offer a comprehensive 68 week training programme to help you settle into the role. Youll normally shadow our friendly and experienced team during standard daytime hours (MondayFriday 8:30am5:00pm) to build your confidence and skills. Any hours worked beyond your contracted time during training will be paid as overtime.Your skills and attributes for success:Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is essential.Ability to work alone as well as part of a team is essential.Excellent communication skillsareessential to this role. Full clean driving licence is essential.HfSA Staff benefits include:Staff discount for pet treatment.Amazing onsite perks: Staff discount for on-site gym and exercises classes car parking with electric car charging points on site canteens.Cycle to work scheme on-site bike lockers and showers available. shift cover opportunities are available accruing paid overtime for additional hours worked.Holidayentitlement of 36 days 4 days public holiday per annum for full time staff (pro rata).Click to view a copy of the full job description(opens new browser tab)Informal enquiries regarding this position can be emailed to Application InformationPlease ensure you include the following documents in your application:CVCover letterAs a valued member of our team you can expect:A competitive salaryAn exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.To be part of a diverse and vibrant international communityComprehensive Staff Benefits such as a generous holiday entitlement competitive pension schemes staff discounts and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits page(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefitsChampioning equality diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages(opens new browser tab)The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 7th October 2025.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone. Key Skills Senior Care,Nursing Home Experience,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Basic Math,Computer Skills,Caregiving,Vital Signs Experience,Medical Terminology,Rota Management,Mentoring,Leadership Skill Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 26093 - 28778