15020- Animal Care Assistant
| Company: | The University of Edinburgh |
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| Salary: | £26,093 to £28,778 a year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Edinburgh |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Grade UE04: £26,093-28,778 per annum, pro rata
R(D)SVS / Hospital for Small Animals
Part Time: 30 hours per week (Working 2.30pm-8.30pm- shift time TBC with successful candidate)
Open ended: Permanent Contract
The Opportunity:
Be part of something bigger, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Animal Care Assistant (ACA) to support our clinical teams in delivering the highest standards of animal care within the Hospital for Small Animals. Working primarily in our Intermediate Care ward alongside veterinary nurses and veterinary surgeons, you will play an important role in patient care by maintaining a clean and safe environment, assisting with the handling and husbandry of animals, preparing equipment and clinical areas, and supporting the day-to-day running of the hospital.
All of our Animal Care Assistants are expected to work across all areas of the hospital as needed.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare, enjoys working in a busy team environment, and is looking to develop experience within a leading veterinary referral hospital. Strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to providing outstanding patient care are essential.
Our Specialist Services at HfSA include:
Anaesthesia
Cardiology Service
Dermatology
Diagnostic Imaging
Dick Vet Rabbit and Exotic Practice
Emergency & Critical Care
The Feline Clinic
The Internal Medicine Service
Neurology and Neurosurgery
Ophthalmology Service
Orthopaedic Surgery
Soft Tissue Surgery
REPAIR Centre
The Riddell-Swan Veterinary Cancer Centre
The Behaviour Clinic
Our hospital is equipped with:
Three canine wards
Four exotics wards
One feline ward
Purpose-built isolation units
A fully equipped emergency room
Dedicated Intermediate Care and Intensive Care Wards
Four theatre suites
MRI and CT imaging
Vital Beam linear accelerator
We offer a focused training programme to help you get started in the role. During your first few weeks, you’ll shadow experienced colleagues and receive practical support to develop your knowledge and confidence. Any hours worked beyond your contracted weekly hours during training will be paid as overtime in line with university guidelines.