Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Priory Vets is looking for an RVN to join their experienced team based in Cardigan, Wales.
Find a place to excel
Priory Vets is a well-established mixed animal practice, serving the needs of local farmers, breeders, and pet owners. Our large animal and equine vets are to be found out on the road visiting clients, while our small animal vets, nurses, and administrative staff are based in our Cardigan, Preseli, and Aberaeron surgeries. Located across three sites in Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion, with the main surgery nestled in the bustling town of Cardigan, we are trusted by the community and have been operating in this area, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the UK, as Priory Vets for 88 years.
Our modern practice, set against the stunning backdrop of Cardigan, offers a balanced mix of professional growth, work-life balance, and the chance to live and work near beautiful beaches with dolphins, bustling independent shops, and fantastic local schools. Benefit from easy access to Swansea and Cardiff through direct transport links. Cardigan is an ideal location for those seeking a more rural lifestyle without sacrificing the convenience of city access.
Rota patterns that work for you
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle, no matter what stage you are in your career.
No out of hours and Saturday cover required, only on a pro-rata basis (first opinion and emergency cases).
Meet the team!
We are a 3-branch practice based in Wales, comprising 9 experienced vets and 9 nurses. We offer fantastic career progression.
We recognize 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, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
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
* Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
* Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
* Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
* Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Priory Vets, Cardigan - Small Animal
Speak to Megan Dawson from our recruitment team, who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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