Job Description
Registered Veterinary Nurse-Cliffe Vets, Lewes
Posted on 01/03/2023
Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.
The Role
If working as a part of a supportive team within a sort after practice in its local area is important to you, then Cliffe Vets in Lewes could be your ideal workplace. With a fantastic opportunity for an RVN to join their reputable and friendly team, now is your chance!
The role would be working part time covering 3 days a week, fixed days of Monday, Tuesday, and Friday but flexibility would be appreciated. Shifts would be 9 hours with OOH 1 every 2 weeks, 1 in 8 Friday night/Saturday morning and 1 in 8 Saturday/Sunday on call.
Your working day as an RVN at Cliffe Vets will be varied covering duties such as kennels, prep, theatre, consults, reception, and branch surgery cover, which is shared equally between all nurses. This opportunity will allow for great clinical exposure and lots of opportunities for professional growth!
Salary
The salary for this role is up to £28,000 per annum FTE depending on experience.
Welcome bonus of £1,000 for the successful RVN
About Us
Cliffe Veterinary Group is a large mixed practice with dedicated small animal, farm & equine departments. We are a progressive, well-equipped (TTA, ASIF, laparoscopy, digital radiography, endoscopy, ultrasound/doppler, etc). RCVS accredited practice with a varied surgical and medical caseload. We have a full-time laboratory technician who will run a very large range of diagnostics in-house to provide an exceptional level of care for our patients. We are located in the vibrant, historic market town of Lewes, just 10 miles from Brighton.
About the Team and Culture
Our small animal team comprises 10 Vets, 11 Nurses, and support staff. We are a friendly and diverse team, with several of us who have been here for many years. This is an opportunity to live and work in a beautiful area in the South Downs with great transport links to London and Gatwick.
We truly invest in our staff offering them the best professional development opportunities we can, with CPD fully encouraged and funded with additional study time offered for those working towards certificates. We have an open and supportive culture in practice and truly value the skills and company of all on the team.
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for a passionate, confident, and qualified RVN. We promote a positive working environment so would like someone like-minded, with a positive attitude and can-do approach to tasks. Excellent bedside manner and great communication skills are also required for this position.
Because our employees 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
Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
Your birthday as a paid day off
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 3 days paid pro rata
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.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
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Any questions before applying?
Speak to Olivia Heaton-Tisdale from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Olivia Heaton-Tisdale
Talent Partner
olivia.heaton-tisdale@ivcevidensia.com07797724566