Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Bradford is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The practice offers a supportive environment with a strong focus on team development and employee wellbeing. Candidates will enjoy a generous annual leave package, private medical insurance, and professional development opportunities, including CPD support. The ideal candidate will be passionate about animal care and possess strong teamwork and communication skills. This is a great opportunity for those looking to advance their career while maintaining a work-life balance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance with paid leave

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Ability to work in a team and assist with practice needs.
• Good communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for small animals.
• Assist veterinarians in various procedures.
• Manage administrative tasks related to patient care.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Qualification as a Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

We are looking for a full time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at White Cross Vets, Eccleshill. Our full-time Nurses work 37.5 hours per week with inclusion in the Saturday Rota (with TOIL). There is no requirement for OOH.

About the Practice

Eccleshill practice is in a great location, easily accessible by public transport (there's even a bus stop right outside the practice!). There's lots of shops in the local area for you to grab lunch at, including a particularly good fish and chip shop and a lovely small cafe serving warm sandwiches.

Our practice has a Dental x-ray, main x-ray, new ultrasound machine, in-house laboratory, in-house Sedivue for urine analysis and we're currently completing our ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic status.

About the Team

The practice currently employees 3 VSs, 3 RVNs, 1 SVN and 2 CCC’s. We have a Nurse who is working towards their schedule three and has done CPD in dentistry.

We promote an open dialogue and focus on supporting each other at work. Every decision related to the practice is made after consulting the team and getting feedback from everyone involved.

During our wellbeing afternoons we built lanterns, made terrariums, painted portraits of each other and made Valentine’s card to tell our colleagues how much we appreciate them. We also had Santa Claus visiting the practice as a Christmas special. We regularly organise meals out, last year we went axe throwing together.

Don\'t just take it from us...

"As a current employee and one who has worked for the practice for over two years, I feel very lucky to have my role here. The ongoing and unconditional support is better than any I have received elsewhere. The team have a great relationship and happy to help each other in times of need. I honestly could not imagine working anywhere else!" – Stef Wood (Practice Coordinator)

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 -

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave 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
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

White Cross Vets, Eccleshill

266 Harrogate road, Eccleshill, Bradford, BD2 3RH, United Kingdom

At 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 are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.