Patient Care Assistant (CSS-0287-26)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

We now have a full-time fixed-term (6 months) post for a Patient Care Assistant, working in the hospital alongside our dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurses and highly knowledgeable Vets. You will work across all areas of the hospital, including the theatre, exotics, dispensary and wards area, supporting our clinical team by assisting with patient handling, the daily set up and shut down of surgical spaces, infection control and running laboratory samples.

The successful applicant will be passionate about providing a high level of client and patient care, sharing knowledge with colleagues and students, and having strong clinical experience. Although training will be provided for exotic species, previous experience will be an advantage.

Regular in- house training is provided in conjunction with access to external CPD. We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

30 days annual leave pro rata, plus Bank Holidays and Concessionary days,
Paid CPD days, free access to the RVC online CPD catalogue
Very impressive pension scheme.
Free membership to the on-site fitness centre
On site café and restaurant
Job satisfaction from providing first-class veterinary care to our local community.
A great working environment with highly qualified and friendly staff

Royal Veterinary College is currently the QS number 1 ranked veterinary school in the world and a great organisation to work for.

For queries, contact Megan Jones-Walters, Lead Veterinary Nurse at mjoneswalters@rvc.ac.uk

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK

Closing Date: 21 Oct 2026

Reporting Unit: Animal Care

Salary: £27,226 to £27,837 Per Annum Including London Weighting
Fixed Term / Full Time

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Patient Care Assistant (CSS-0287-26)