Animal Nursing Assistant

6 days ago

Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom Animal Trust Full time

We are seeking a Twilight Animal Nursing Assistant (ANA) to join our team at Ellesmere Port Hospital.

The ANA role is a vital support role within our clinical team, working alongside veterinary surgeons and registered veterinary nurses to maintain high standards of patient care. As part of the hospital team, you’ll contribute to both client-facing and clinical duties, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for patients, clients, and colleagues alike.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare, confident in a clinical environment, and committed to providing outstanding service in both front-of-house and back-of-house settings.

**About animal Trust**

Animal Trust stands out from other veterinary services. Firstly, we are a unique Community Interest Company, being the only veterinary CIC in the UK to date. Our primary focus isn't solely on maximising profits; instead, we are dedicated to delivering on our mission and ensuring enough profit to sustain our business in the long term.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Assist with the day-to-day care of hospitalised patients, including feeding, cleaning, and providing comfort
- Restrain animals safely and appropriately during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
- Support the clinical team in providing care across a varied caseload
- Prepare theatre spaces and equipment for surgical procedures
- Maintain cleanliness and asepsis in surgical and prep areas throughout the day
- Clean and sterilise surgical instruments and medical equipment
- Run in-house diagnostic tests (e.g. blood samples) under supervision
- Support in maintaining stock levels and replenishing clinical supplies
- Greet clients and assist with patient admissions and discharges
- Answer incoming calls and provide basic support or escalate appropriately
- Offer a calm and compassionate presence to clients during visits
- Accurately record patient information and communicate updates to the team
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness across clinical and non-clinical areas
- Follow infection control protocols, including isolation procedures as needed
- Complete daily cleaning tasks, equipment checks, and hygiene logs
- Assist with stock rotation and restocking of clinical consumables

**About you**:

- Calm, compassionate, with a passion for animal care
- Strong communication skills with both clients and colleagues
- Able to follow instructions and take ownership of delegated tasks
- Confident in relaying accurate information to team members and clients
- High attention to hygiene, safety, and infection control
- Previous experience in a veterinary or animal care role (desirable but not essential)
- Willingness to learn and develop within a clinical setting

Hours: 18:30-02:00hrs includes Monday - Sunday shifts

Rota: 4 on 4 off rota

Average weekly hours: 24.5hrs/week

Holiday: 5.6 Weeks (including Bank Holidays)

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