We have an exciting opportunity for a 12-month maternity cover position to work within our lovely nursing team at Pool House Vets. Mainly based at our Lichfield branch but not limited to as we have 4 small animal branches within Pool House. Lichfield is a 24/7 emergency OOH hospital operating with a large team of vets, nurses, and support staff. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.
Work-life balance that works for you
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that a good 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. Ideally, we’re looking for someone to work 28 hours per week (3 days) with 1 in 4 weekends. There are no night OOH shifts but will include some late shifts on a weekend and cover for bank holidays. Additional night shifts can be picked up for staff holidays as an extra.
About us
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, we expect you to be confident in all aspects of nursing with a primary focus on theatre. You will be responsible for inpatient care, assisting in theatre, nurse clinics, helping with the smooth running of the practice, delivering a high standard of clinical care to patients.
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, you will benefit from:
1. Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata). Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
2. Wellbeing: 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.
3. 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.
4. Professional Memberships: VDS cover, RCVS fees.
5. Colleague Benefits: 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.
At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are eager 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.
Salary: Up to £31,000 (pro rata) DOE.
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