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Job Title


Foal Sitter


Company : VC Evidensia UK


Location : Newbury, South East


Created : 2025-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Donnington Grove - Newbury, Newbury, South EastWe are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Foal Sitter. This is a casual role, ideal for someone who can commit to ad-hoc hours to sit with recumbent foals as and when needed.The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.The role will include:Assisting Nurses with treatments as requiredStanding and turning recumbent patientsUnder supervision, you may be required to monitor vital signs such as heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure, and urine outputGeneral housework duties will be includedThis role is perfect for someone who has a good understanding and experience of mare and foal work.More about usDonnington Grove Veterinary Group is a busy Equine Hospital based in Newbury, Berkshire. Our main Hospital has RCVS Tier 3 hospital status and is located in Newbury, which is a thriving town in West Berkshire, with many restaurants and only a 45-minute train journey to London Paddington. Situated on the edge of the North Wessex Downs AONB, it also provides beautiful local countryside for long walks with our canine friends. The Branches at Tadley and Thatcham are both located within a short distance of Newbury and are fully equipped for surgical procedures and digital diagnostic imaging.In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:6.6 weeks annual leaveAdditional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowanceEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy payCycle to work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeingNon-accidental injury supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersDiscounted staff pet careAt IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.Donnington Grove - NewburyOxford Road, Newbury, RG14 2JB, United Kingdom#J-18808-Ljbffr