Due to continued growth our fiercely independent, progressive, six-centre mixed practice on the quiet western edge of the Lake District seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team.
We are a proud XLVets practice, recent winners of XLVet's "Inspirational Teams", and have a busy and varied caseload of small animal medicine and surgery.
The beautiful Lake District National Park is on our doorstep and presents a wealth of opportunities for wild-campers, walkers, horse riders, kayakers, runners, mountaineers, climbers, paragliders, wild swimmers, and even skiers.
The Details
- A full time position is a 38 hour week worked over 4 days. Alternative working patterns can be considered.
- Salary of £27k - £35K pro rata, depending on experience and role undertaken
- Branch location subject to discussion at interview
- Possession of a full driving license is essential
- Do you have a particular niche you'd love to focus on within the nursing role? Come and talk to us about it!
Weekends and On Call
We are proud to do our own on call and inpatient care, and OOH is shared between the whole team.
Our current OOH rota is as follows:
- There is an RVN in the surgery until 10.30pm
- Full Saturday and Sunday shift currently every 8 weeks
- 1 weeknight on call every 4 weeks
- 3 Saturday-only shifts a year
Luckily our large team means we can be flexible with weekend work if you have other commitments.
Other benefits
- ️CPD is encouraged with an allowance of £500 pro rata
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Paid overtime/lieu time scheme
- We take mental health seriously and subscribe to an employee assistance programme
- 5.8 weeks holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional holidays
- Reduced rate gym membership
- Membership for a pet on our Lifetime Care Club
- Optional private healthcare following 1 year employment.
To get a feel for our practice please have a look at our Facebook page.
How to Apply
To apply, or have an informal, confidential chat, please email Nichola Rae RVN - [email protected]
