Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal - Roundhay

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading veterinary practice where your skills as a Registered Veterinary Nurse will shine. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a strong focus on work-life balance. Enjoy generous annual leave, a competitive salary, and a variety of perks including private medical insurance and a CPD allowance. Located in a vibrant area of Leeds, you will not only provide exceptional care to pets but also engage in a friendly team culture with social activities and well-being initiatives. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a fulfilling veterinary career.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

CPD allowance

Pawsome Benefits

Discounted staff pet care

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to pets and support the veterinary team.
• Participate in the Saturday rota and engage in team activities.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse Qualification

Tools

Ultrasound Machines

Laparoscopic Equipment

Dental X-ray

Job description

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our wonderful White Cross Vets team in Roundhay.

The Rota

This is a full-time position of 37.5 hours per week, however we are happy to hear from those who are looking for part time or more flexible hours. There is a requirement to take part in the Saturday rota however no requirement for OOH.

About the Practice

At White Cross Vets we have 21 clinics across the UK. All of our clinics have teams with different interests, with team members undergoing further training by certificates or having those that have achieved certificate status. Being part of something bigger offers a fantastic level of support on a wider group level and allows us to grow and develop a higher quality first opinion pet care, whilst providing internal career progression opportunities.

Our Roundhay practice is located in a beautiful suburb in North Leeds which is home to one of the biggest parks in Europe! We’re surrounded by lovely restaurants, cafés and delis, and we’re not far from both Leeds City centre and Harrogate. Within the practice, we have a laparoscopic spay, 5 ultrasound machines, Phovia, and dental x-ray, to name a few!

About the Team

We’re a friendly team at Roundhay who love to socialise together outside of work as well as getting stuck in with our monthly wellbeing afternoons and team activities. With a range of things we get up to, such as walks, Easter egg decorating, and films with popcorn! We also have the added benefit of two neighbouring White Cross Practices, Guiseley and Eccleshill, and have the Central Support Team just 20 minutes down the road! We’re also lucky enough to have a lovely set of clients, a large proportion of which are insured and are part of our Complete Wellness Plan!

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:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

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 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

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, 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.