A renowned veterinary practice, based in the heart of Newcastle, is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The practice offers a rewarding and varied caseload in a supportive environment, providing round-the-clock care for a wide range of animals.
The Hours:
1. The position is full-time, working 35 hours per week from Monday to Friday.
2. The role may require work at any of the practice's seven branch surgeries and the Hospital site, including night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays on a shared rota.
Weekends and OOHS:
3. The weekend cover where available to work should the member of staff on the rota be unable to due to illness, etc. (including night shifts), approximately 1:16 = 3 or 4 per calendar year.
4. Weekend and Monday Night shifts on a shared rota at the Gosforth hospital with time back in lieu:
5. Monday night, 7.30 pm - 8 am - approximately 3 per calendar year.
6. Weekend nights, 7.30 pm - 8 am on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night consecutively with the Friday and the following Monday to Friday (6 days) off in lieu - approximately 3 per calendar year.
Key Responsibilities:
7. Deliver high-quality care to a wide range of animals
8. Work collaboratively within a large team of dedicated staff members
9. Participate in a shared rota for night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays
Candidate Requirements:
10. Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification
11. Driving licence and own transport
Benefits:
12. Competitive salary, adjusted according to experience
13. 4 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with every 5 years of service
14. 1 additional day holiday for your birthday, following 1 year of service
15. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is actively encouraged and supported
16. Staff discount scheme following the successful completion of the probationary period
More about the practice:
The practice is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, and ultrasound. They are committed to continuous professional development, offering an extensive range of training opportunities. Additionally, they maintain a healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a dedicated team and further their career in a supportive and professional environment.
Job Reference No: JN-052025-32220