Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Aniwell Veterinary Clinic, Kinson, Bournemouth, South West
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Up to 30,000 DOE

We are looking for a qualified veterinary nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. This role can be tailored to your strengths and interests, with a strong focus on learning and CPD. You will be primarily based at our Kinson branch, with occasional cover at Alderney if needed.###

Role Details

Your working week will be Monday to Friday, with a mixture of early and late shifts, plus participation in a 1 in 4 Saturday rota from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. We welcome full-time, part-time, and flexible working options and are happy to discuss arrangements that suit both you and the practice.###

About the Practice

Aniwell is a first-opinion small animal practice with branches in Bournemouth and Poole. Our Bournemouth site is fully equipped with digital X-rays, ultrasounds, in-house lab machines, therapeutic laser, and dental radiography. We are proud to be a Gold Cat-Friendly Clinic. Our Poole site houses all endoscopy equipment, including rigid and flexible scopes, and all laparoscopic spays are performed there. Located close to Bournemouth and Poole town centres, our sites have excellent transport links and are near beautiful beaches and the New Forest.###

What We're Looking For

We value team members who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and continuous learning. Our team is well-staffed with a high ratio of qualified veterinary nurses, student nurses, receptionists, and support staff. Currently, we have an RVN studying for her anaesthesia certificate and another nurse holding a certificate in ECC.###

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our practice. Alongside a competitive salary up to 30,000 DOE, you will benefit from:####

Work Life Balance

6.8 weeks annual leave Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service Your birthday as a paid day off
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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
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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
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Professional Memberships

VDS cover RCVS fees
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Additional

Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers Pension - 5% Employee / 3% Employer Discounted staff pet care
Aniwell Veterinary Clinic, Kinson
1506 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, BH11 9AD, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
At IVC Evidensia we are a 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 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.###

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Lovell Varcoe from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.####

Talent Partner

Lovell Varcoe

lovell.varcoe@ivcevidensia.com