veterinary Work, Jobs in chepstow (with Salaries)

Kennel and Cattery Assistant
Penylan Country Lodge —Caldicot
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Heavy lifting
- Free parking
- Store discount
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18h
Veterinary Receptionist
Vets for Pets —Bristol
- Weekend availability
- Front desk
- Computer skills
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Part-time FTC
IVC —South Gloucestershire
- Up to £20,240 a year
- Part-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Resident in Veterinary Anaesthesia
Langford Veterinary Services —Bristol
- £37,440 a year
- Temporary
- Laboratory experience
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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22h
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Stonehouse Veterinary Practice —Berkeley
- £29,120 - £33,280 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
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5d
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
IVC —Cwmbran
- Up to £75,000 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Referral Part-time
IVC —Bradley Stoke
- Up to £30,200 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- Annual leave
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Vets for Pets —Bristol
- Weekend availability
- Employee discount
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Consulting FTC
IVC —Bradley Stoke
- Up to £33,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
5d
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – Full or Part Time
Abbey Veterinary Centres —Abergavenny
- Up to £65,000 a year
- Part-time
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Sports Therapy Technician and Clinic Supervisor
Hartpury University and College —Gloucester
- £13,591 - £27,812 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Supervising experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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21h
Charity Assistant Shop Manager
PDSA —Bristol
- £13.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Practice Manager
Vets for Pets —Clevedon
- Part-time
- Management
- Customer service
- Care experience
- Employee discount
17h
Veterinary Surgeon - Brand New Practice
Vets for Pets —Cardiff
- Up to £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Free parking
Lecturer in Veterinary Physiotherapy
Hartpury University and College —Gloucester
- £7,498 - £8,433 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Teaching
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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2d
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC
IVC —Bristol
- Up to £56,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC
IVC —Bradley Stoke
- Up to £33,000 a year
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- Annual leave
7d
Clinical Director/Practice Director
Abbey Veterinary Centres —Abergavenny
- Up to £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Physiotherapy
Hartpury University and College —Gloucester
- £14,995 - £21,986 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Teaching
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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7d
Veterinary Surgeon OOH
PDSA —Cardiff
- £63,560 - £76,146 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount

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Kennel and Cattery Assistant

Penylan Country Lodge -
Caldicot

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £12.71 an hour
18 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Store discount
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Driving Licence
Microsoft Excel
Heavy lifting
Customer service
English
Driving
Animal care
IT
Computer skills
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Job Summary

Please read carefully before applying. This is an extremely physically demanding role and is not suitable for someone looking for a typical animal care position.

Working as a Kennel Assistant is rewarding, but it is also hard work. You will be on your feet for the majority of your shift, working at a fast pace throughout the day in all weather conditions. This role requires physical stamina, resilience, and the ability to maintain high standards whilst carrying out demanding manual tasks.

The role involves continuous cleaning, kennel maintenance, lifting, bending, walking, and handling dogs of all sizes while maintaining exceptional standards of animal welfare, hygiene, and customer service. A significant part of the role involves the physical cleaning and scraping of kennels, which requires good upper body strength, a strong core, and the ability to perform repetitive manual tasks throughout the day.

This is a fast-paced environment where important daily routines and strict schedules must be followed to ensure the highest standards of animal care and welfare are maintained. Feeding, exercising, cleaning, welfare checks, and daily care routines must be completed within set timeframes. Applicants must be able to work efficiently under pressure, manage their time effectively, and maintain attention to detail without compromising the quality of care provided to the animals.

The workload can be relentless during busy periods, with very little downtime. Applicants must be comfortable working outdoors in rain, cold, heat, and wind, while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic throughout the day.

If you have existing back, knee, shoulder, or mobility issues, you should carefully consider whether you can safely meet the physical demands of this role.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Kennel Assistant who has a genuine passion for animal welfare and understands that exceptional animal care involves a significant amount of hard physical work behind the scenes.

Duties

Maintaining exceptional cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout kennels, catteries, exercise areas, and communal facilities.
Thorough cleaning, disinfecting, and scraping of kennels and animal accommodation on a daily basis.
Feeding, exercising, and monitoring the welfare of dogs and cats in our care.
Walking dogs on and off-site, including country walks along designated routes.
Handling dogs of various breeds, sizes, strengths, and temperaments safely and confidently.
Monitoring animal health and behaviour and reporting any concerns promptly.
Bathing, drying, grooming, and general care of animals as required.
Carrying and moving food, bedding, cleaning equipment, and laundry throughout the day.
Operating reception and front desk duties, including answering telephone enquiries and assisting customers.
Taking photographs and providing updates for owners while their pets are staying with us.
Supporting the team in maintaining a safe, organised, and professional environment at all times.

Skills and Requirements

A genuine passion for animal welfare.
A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Excellent physical fitness and stamina.
Good upper body strength and a strong core to carry out the physical demands of kennel maintenance and cleaning.
Ability to work at a consistently fast pace throughout the day.
Confidence working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and move heavy items.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet important daily care schedules.
Experience within kennels, animal care, veterinary practice, zoos, or similar environments is desirable.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Strong customer service skills and professional telephone manner.
Competent computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
A full driving licence and access to transport, as public transport to the location is limited.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hard work, thrives in a busy environment, and takes pride in delivering exceptional care to animals. While highly rewarding, applicants should be aware that this is a physically challenging role that requires commitment, resilience, stamina, and the ability to maintain a high standard of work every day.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Store discount

Application question(s):

Will you be able to work 40 -42 hours a week at least from 1st April to 30 Oct, school half terms, the Christmas period and other times when needed?
Are you able to work every other weekend including both Saturday and Sunday?
Do you have any holidays planned?
Do you have a current notice period to work? If so how long is it?

Experience:

Animal care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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