Hospital Driver - Victoria Animal Hospital

Company: Blue Cross For Pets

Location: City of Westminster

Posted: April 28th, 2026

Hospital Driver - Victoria Animal Hospital


Application Deadline: 10 May 2026


Department: Veterinary Services


Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time


Location: Victoria animal hospital


Reporting To: Deputy Hospital Manager


Compensation: £31,927 / year


Description


Contract: Permanent, full time (Monday – Friday 9am-5:30pm)


Salary: £27,973 per annum (plus £3,954 for London Weighting Allowance)


Location: Victoria Animal Hospital, with travel across London (and further afield on occasion)


Closing Date: Sunday 10th May 2026


We are looking for a confident driver who knows their way around London, to join our Veterinary Team as a Veterinary Hospital Driver. You will play a crucial role by providing essential transport services in one of our Blue Cross ambulances.


Responsibilities


Provide pet transport service by collecting and returning sick and injured pets for owners who are unable to bring them to the hospitals themselves. Transport animals to and from rehoming centres such as Burford and Southampton and inter-hospital transfers across London sites.


Book appointments for approved clients using booking framework and plan routes accordingly.


Ensure regular vehicle checks before travelling to ensure safety of yourself and animals. Follow cleaning schedules and organise vehicle maintenance as required.


Manage hospital driver email inbox to handle bookings and client communications.


Process payments for appointments and procedures, including cash handling and reconciliation.


Provide reception support: greeting visitors, answering phone calls, handling enquiries via email, maintaining a welcoming front desk area.


Qualifications


Valid, full UK driving licence.


Customer-facing experience.


Experience caring for or handling animals (preferred).


Benefits


#J-18808-Ljbffr
Apply Now