Support veterinary surgeons and nurses by preparing treatment areas, maintaining hygiene, assisting with animal handling, basic care, and client interactions in veterinary practices.
Salary : £23,000 – £28,000 per year (average around £26,370)
Animal Care Assistant (Vet Practice / Kennels)
Provide daily care, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring for animals in veterinary clinics, boarding facilities, or rescue centres.
Salary : £20,000 – £26,000 per year
Veterinary Receptionist / Client Care Assistant
Handle client enquiries, book appointments, manage admissions/discharges, and provide front-of-house support while offering basic animal care advice.
Salary : £22,000 – £30,000 per year
Trainee / Junior Veterinary Nurse Assistant
Assist with patient monitoring, preparation for procedures, medication administration support, and clinic operations as a stepping stone to veterinary nursing.
Salary : £22,000 – £29,000 per year
Welfare / Rescue Centre Support Assistant
Work in animal shelters or charities supporting intake, health checks, daily care, and rehabilitation of animals awaiting adoption or treatment.
Salary : £21,000 – £27,000 per year
Pet / Equine Care Assistant (Specialist Practices)
Provide specialised support in exotic, equine, or referral practices with handling, post-treatment care, and facility maintenance.
Salary : £23,000 – £32,000 per year