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There’s no better time to join our talented and support team here at Gordon Vets!
We are seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team, working 40 hours per week over 4 days. Part-time applications will also be considered. The role includes 1 weekend every 5 weeks, with an additional day off the following week. There are no out-of-hours (OOH) requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Mixture of theatre, ward duties, and consultations
- Occasional reception cover
- Some branch cover
What we offer
- Supportive, caring team environment with no blame culture
- Full support at all times; you will never be left alone
- Management and senior team are receptive to new ideas and value the team’s input
- Daily tea break for case discussions and team catch-ups, plus a 1-hour paid lunch
- Excellent range of skills across our veterinary and nurse teams, including special interests in ophthalmology, exotics, and medicine, and a visiting orthopaedic vet
About us
Gordon Vets has a loyal client base and was recently shortlisted for the IVC Best Team award. We pride ourselves on our team-oriented approach, where everyone looks after each other. Our dedicated reception team supports the smooth running of the practice.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Worklife balance
- 6.6 weeks annual leave
- Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
- Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
- Non-accidental injury support
Development
- £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
- Certificate support
- Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
- Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
- All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
- Infection Prevention and Control Programme
- Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
- VDS cover
- RCVS fees
Additional
- Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
- Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
- Discounted staff pet care
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to work in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.