Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic animal lover to join our vibrant Night Nursing Team as a Nursing Assistant working in our busy, purpose-built referral centre that is fully equipped with the surgical equipment and diagnostic facilities, with a flagship specialist veterinary clinic. The position will involve all aspects of animal care of inpatients across a wide range of disciplines including critical care.


In a typical night you can expect to assist the Nurses with

Inpatient care Administering oral medication Monitoring and recording accurately Feeding and walking as well as ensuring the wards and kennels are cleaned and restocked.

Veterinary or animal experience is preferred, which needs to be shown within your CV or covering letter.


You will be highly organised and have a passion and drive for delivering outstanding client and patient care. You will be a team player who enjoys working in a supportive working environment whilst also being able to use your initiative and challenge the status quo.


Please note this position is full time (37.5 hours), working 12 hour shifts between the hours of 18.30 and 06.30 on a rota basis of 4 nights on (working) and 5 nights off.


You can expect daily opportunities to learn and develop your skills!

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave RCVS & VDS fees paid External CPD funded Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave E-car salary sacrifice scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Wellness program including: Employee assistance program Eyecare voucher scheme Free annual Flu jab Cycle to work scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme

About us

Dick White Referrals (DWR) is one of the largest specialist multi-disciplinary veterinary referral centers in Europe, offering outstanding levels of clinical care in state-of-the-art facilities.


Our dedicated vets, nurses and nursing assistants, supported by the Client Care Teams, are committed to providing the highest quality surgical and medical care for pets. Most of our vets are internationally recognised specialists in their field and bring unique experiences to care for pets.


We accept referrals in Anaesthesia, Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery, Dentistry, Dermatology, Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Physiotherapy and Soft Tissue Surgery.



We have comprehensive and established clinical and non-clinical programmes for training, development and CPD.

DWR Referrals

is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.



At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You'll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best - care for pets.



We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.



All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about DWR Referrals, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.


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We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk