Registered Veterinary Nurse
Thanet Vets, Margate
Up to £30,000 depending on experience, up to £2,000 relocation support, plus benefits
Your Role with Us
Are you an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a dynamic and supportive team? At Thanet Vets, we're seeking a passionate individual to join our nursing team. As an RVN with us, you'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of general nursing tasks including laboratory sampling, anaesthetics, radiography, and assisting veterinary surgeons.
While clinical coaching experience is desirable, it's not necessary as training will be provided. You'll work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a rotational 5-week schedule that includes 1 in 5 Saturday mornings. With no out-of-hours responsibilities, you can focus on providing exceptional care during your shifts, knowing that Vets Now is there to support when your off!
About Us
Thanet Vets has been a cornerstone of the Southeast coast community for over 60 years, providing exceptional care to pets and their owners. Our main branch in Margate, along with our satellite consulting branch in Birchington, offers a range of services including digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, endoscopy, and bronchoscopy. We're proud to be a well-equipped practice dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our patients. Beyond our professional duties, we value team camaraderie and socialise outside of work, fostering a supportive and collaborative culture.
About Our Talented Team
Join our close-knit team of veterinary professionals, including 5.5 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 RVNs (including yourself), 2 SVNs soon to qualify, one Animal Care Assistant, and 9 support team members. With certificate holders in Anaesthesia and Analgesia, and ongoing pursuit of further qualifications in diagnostic imaging, soft tissue surgery, and ophthalmology, our team is committed to excellence and continuous learning. We're looking for individuals who share our values of enthusiasm, kindness, and teamwork, with excellent communication skills to contribute to our positive work environment.
What You’ll Bring
To thrive in this role, you must be registered with the RCVS, and while clinical coaching experience is desirable, it's not necessary as training will be provided. We welcome newly qualified nurses who are eager to grow and develop their skills within our supportive team. A valid UK driving licence is required for this role.
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
* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
* Your birthday as a paid day off
* 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 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
Ready to Join Us?
If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career and join a team that values excellence, teamwork, and work-life balance, apply now to join Thanet Vets in Margate. Make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners while enjoying the support and camaraderie of a dedicated team. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
For a confidential chat or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Nicola Grant, Talent Partner, onnicola.grant@ivcevidensia.com / 07977242410.
Speak to Nicola Grant from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
College Road, Margate, CT9 5TP, Kent, United Kingdom
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