Approved TB Tester

British Veterinary Association; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading veterinary practice in Cornwall, where your expertise as an Approved Tuberculin Tester will thrive. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with the farming community while providing essential veterinary services. With a strong focus on teamwork and quality care, you will contribute to the success of modern farming practices. Enjoy generous annual leave, enhanced family policies, and a supportive work environment that values your professional development. If you have a passion for livestock handling and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Additional leave for birthday

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Learning and development opportunities

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' cattle handling experience required.
• GCSEs or equivalent in relevant subjects are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TB testing and support the veterinary team.
• Build strong relationships with farming clients.

Skills

Cattle Handling Experience

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

GCSEs in English, Mathematics, and Science

Experience in Government Regulatory Role

Job description

Kernow Farm & Equine Vets are looking for an ATT to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an honest, reliable, enthusiastic individual to become part of our team. The role primarily involves TB testing and supporting our vet and office team. If you are a qualified ATT seeking a change, Kernow Vets would like to hear from you. If you are not currently an ATT, we can provide full ATT training (approximately 4 months) to the right candidate.

The minimum requirements for the Approved Tuberculin Tester (ATT) course are:

1. Minimum of 6 months' cattle handling experience; and either
2. 3 GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English, mathematics, and a science or food production subject OR (b) 3 years' performance in a government regulatory role, e.g., Local Authority Inspector or Environmental Health Officer
3. To meet APHA criteria, the successful applicant must be at least 18 years old
4. Satisfactory DBS check

Why join us?

Kernow Farm and Equine is a leader in providing high-quality veterinary care in Cornwall. Modern farming requires a team approach to maximize profitability, and we believe that pooling our resources allows us to combine traditional local veterinary values with the wider services of larger specialist practices. We pride ourselves on our hard work, which enables us to remain an integral part of our farming community.

More about you

This role suits someone with hands-on farming or livestock handling experience interested in diversifying their career. A genuine passion for the farm sector and the ability to build strong relationships with our farming clients are essential for success.

Shift pattern

You will work 9-hour shifts over 4 days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, including an unpaid lunch break.

Benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional leave for your birthday, added to your holiday allowance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Non-accidental injury support
• Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Pawsome Benefits – discounts and cashback through Reward Gateway
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care