Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal FTC

IVC Evidensia; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the City of London is looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a sole charge capacity, managing responsibilities and patient care. The position includes a competitive salary up to £35,500 and numerous benefits like private medical insurance and a substantial CPD allowance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience in a practice preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for animals in a veterinary setting.
• Manage client relations in a sole charge context.
• Assist with diagnostics and procedures using advanced equipment.

Skills

Confident in sole charge capacity

Self-motivated

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at our Osterley branch on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will involve working in a sole charge capacity, making it an ideal opportunity for a confident and self-motivated nurse looking to take on greater responsibility in a supportive environment.

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week (08:30 - 17:30), spread over 5 days. Additionally, there is a requirement to work a half-day shift on Saturdays, once every 4 weeks. Time worked on the Saturday shift will be compensated by equivalent time off during a weekday, ensuring total weekly working hours remain at 40.

Practice and Facilities

Our established practice with excellent facilities.

Alcombe Vets is a well-established first-opinion practice with convenient locations in the heart of vibrant neighbourhoods.

Our practices are fully equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including brand new dental x-rays, digital x-rays, ultrasound, a multiparameter machine, a microscope, and an in-house laboratory for diagnostics. We have two spacious consulting rooms at each location, bright reception areas, and comfortable staff rooms with kitchenettes and relaxation areas for breaks. We take great pride in our loyal and dedicated client base and the strong relationships we’ve built with them. Additionally, we support charitable initiatives and regularly work with organisations like Cats Protection and other local charities, providing care for pets in need.

People and Values

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.

Benefits and Support

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

• Work-life balance
  6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Wellbeing
  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 - online encyclopaedia
• All Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships
  VDS cover, RCVS fees
• Colleague Benefits
  Company pension scheme with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Voluntary benefits: range of options to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £35,500 pa DOE