Animal Nursing Assistant

About the Role

This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 6:30 pm (40 hours per week with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break). You’ll be joining Alphavet Veterinary Centre in Langstone, Newport—a well-equipped practice that’s been delivering quality small animal care since 1996. The team values learning, positivity, and mutual support, making it an ideal environment to build your veterinary career.

As an Animal Nursing Assistant, you’ll work under the direction of veterinary surgeons and registered veterinary nurses, supporting the clinical team in delivering compassionate patient care and maintaining the smooth, safe running of the practice. This hands-on role gives you direct experience in animal nursing, client interaction, and clinical support—perfect for anyone considering progression into a Student Veterinary Nurse role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with inpatient care and patient handling under supervision
• Support clinical and reception team members with day-to-day tasks
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in clinical areas and ensure equipment is properly managed
• Help create a positive and compassionate experience for patients and clients
• Contribute to the smooth, safe operation of the practice environment

Requirements

• A caring, professional approach with a genuine interest in animal welfare
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage tasks effectively in a busy environment
• Reliability, motivation, and a proactive attitude to learning
• Openness to feedback and commitment to professional development

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £26,436.80 DOE
• Annual leave: 6.6 weeks, plus additional leave for your birthday
• Increasing leave: Extra annual leave accrued through length of service
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Healthcare: Healthcare Cash Plan
• Wellness: Cycle to Work scheme
• Learning: Structured development opportunities including VCA development programmes and apprenticeships
• Career pathways: Clear progression routes into Student Veterinary Nurse roles and beyond
• Pension: Pension scheme
• Perks: Discounted staff pet care and access to hundreds of retailer discounts/cashback
• Flexible benefits: Voluntary benefits package to suit your needs

About the Practice

Alphavet Veterinary Centre has been part of the Newport veterinary community since 1996, combining cutting-edge facilities with a genuine passion for exceptional patient care. With two fully equipped clinics in Risca and Langstone, the practice is staffed by skilled veterinary surgeons, nurses, and reception professionals who foster a culture of learning, development, and positivity.

Alphavet is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals. IVC Evidensia is committed to supporting careers without limits—investing in learning, innovation, and wellbeing to help teams grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment at every career stage.