We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team at Donnington Grove on a full-time basis.

 

We are a busy equine referral hospital based in Newbury, West Berkshire and are looking to expand our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working and dedicated person with a passion for horses and their welfare. The ideal applicant will have experience and confidence working with a range of horses, ideally to include racehorses, foals and competition horses. 

 

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. 

 

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 

 

 

 

 

As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient and client care, while helping to ensure the practice environment runs smoothly and safely.

 

Working under the direction of a veterinary surgeon or registered veterinary nurse, you'll support inpatient care, assist with patient handling and restraint, help maintain clinical areas and equipment, and contribute to a positive and compassionate experience for both patients and clients. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You are a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop within a veterinary environment. You’ll bring: 

 

 

The applicant will be required to hold a grade 4-9 or A-C in 5 GCSEs to include maths, English and Science as well as have a UK driving license.  You will receive full training for the role with the aim of studying for and achieving a Level 3 Qualification in Equine Veterinary Nursing.  Current training is a blend of on-line/on the job training and face-to-face teaching with our apprenticeship provider.  

 

 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: 

 

 

 

6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off

Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers