Overview
Join Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital, where we value continuous learning and development, providing state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Bring your expertise as a Registered Veterinary Nurse to our practice, contributing to our commitment to excellence in small animal care. This is a 12-month fixed term contract, which would suit an RVN with an interest in Nurse Clinics, with at least 1–2 years of post-qualification experience.
Rota patterns
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, which is why work-life balance is vital to support our people to be their best. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that flexes with you and your lifestyle, no matter what stage you are in your career. This is a 12-month fixed term contract. The full-time position is typically 40 hours per week, spread over 5 days with a mix of early and late shifts (latest finish is 7:30pm). You will have a 1:5 share in the Saturday role (08:00–14:00) with TOIL. There is no out-of-hours work and we close on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
A bit about us
Our Stroud branch is equipped with an operating theatre, dedicated dental theatre, X-ray, dental X-ray, portable ultrasound and a newly installed scavenging system. We have separate Cat and Dog wards and an isolation kennel. We offer a separate Cat reception area, and a spacious and welcoming waiting room. As a practice we focus on collaboration, ensuring consistency and cohesion across all teams supported by regular team and whole-practice meetings. Social events are organised quarterly, including examples such as ninja warrior, pottery painting, team rounders, family fun days, wine tasting and samba drumming.
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 of up to £35,000, you will benefit from:
* Work-life balance
o 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
o Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Wellbeing
o Private Medical Insurance
o Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
o Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
o Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Development
o £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
o Certificate support
o Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
o Access to Vetlexicon – online encyclopaedia provider
o All Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
o Infection Prevention and Control Programme
o Quality Improvement Programme
* Professional Memberships
o VDS cover
o RCVS fees
* Colleague Benefits
o Company pension scheme with employer contribution
o Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (where eligible)
o Voluntary benefits with a range of options
o Discounts/cashback with participating retailers
o Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Responsibilities
Responsibilities are not explicitly listed in the original description. Based on the role, responsibilities would typically include contributing to high-standard small animal care and supporting Nurse Clinics as part of a collaborative team. (This section remains faithful to the information provided; no additional duties are assumed beyond the stated context.)
Qualifications
Required: Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with at least 1–2 years of post-qualification experience. Interest in Nurse Clinics is noted for this fixed-term role.
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