Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Ashleigh Veterinary Centre, Chorlton, Whalley Range, North West
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time
Salary up to 32,000 DOE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic small animal and exotics team!

A Diverse Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse range of species, maintain high standards of care, and be part of a friendly and supportive practice.
The duties for this role will include admitting patients, assisting vets during surgery, administering anaesthesia, managing discharges, providing inpatient care, running nurse clinics, handling pharmacy duties, managing nurse messages, restocking, preparing kits, reception tasks, and, of course, delivering exceptional client care.

Your New Team

Our practice operates across two locations: Chorlton and Sale, with our Avian and Exotic referral clinic based at Chorlton. We are a busy, supportive, and caring practice that thrives on fantastic teamwork. Our cases are diverse, and so are the species of patients we care for. We are fortunate to work with great clients and are committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care while maintaining our strong local reputation. We take pride in providing honest advice and exceptional care.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Registered Veterinary Nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality care to a wide variety of species. The ideal candidate will have:

A valid RVN qualification and registration with the RCVS Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with both clients and team members A keen interest in working with small animals and exotics, with a commitment to ongoing learning and development The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a compassionate approach A team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive, collaborative practice High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to multi-task effectively

Working Hours

This is a full-time position designed to promote a great work-life balance, with 40 hours spread over four days. Weekends are required with 1 in 4/5. There is out-of-hours on-call work for 1 in 5 weekends and midweek nights, with an additional salary supplement paid monthly as part of your salary. This amount is included in the advertised salary, and nurses are called in to the practice as needed. If you're not called out, you still receive the supplement for that shift.

Because our employee's 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, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
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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 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
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Professional Memberships

VDS cover RCVS fees
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Additional

Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care
Ashleigh Veterinary Centre, Chorlton
221 Upper Chorlton Road, Chorlton, Whalley Range, M16 0DE, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
Chicken Friendly
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 Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.#

Talent Partner

Bethany Baker

bethany.baker@ivcevidensia.com