Registered Veterinary Nurse FTC

Overview

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. This is a 12-month fixed term contract based at Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital, Stroud. Suited for a Registered Veterinary Nurse with 1-2 years post qualification experience and an interest in Nurse Clinics.

• Provide high-quality nursing care for small animal patients in clinic and hospital settings.
• Support Nurse Clinics and contribute to a culture of collaboration, learning and excellence in patient care.

Typically 40 hours per week, spread over 5 days with a mix of early and late shifts (latest finish 19:30). You will have a 1:5 share in the Saturday role (08:00–14:00) with TOIL. There is no out-of-hours shift. The practice is closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Stroud branch is equipped with an operating theatre, dedicated dental theatre, X-ray, dental X-ray, portable ultrasound and a newly installed scavenging system. There are separate Cat and Dog wards and an isolation kennel, a Cat reception area, and a spacious waiting room. The practice emphasizes collaboration with regular team and practice meetings; quarterly social events are organised.

• Competitive base salary up to £35,000 per year.
• Work-life balance with flexible rota patterns.
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; additional birthday holiday entitlement.
• Wellbeing:
  Private Medical Insurance;
  Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline; enhanced family-friendly policies; wellbeing initiatives.
• Development: £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; certificate support;
  Learning and Development via the IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon; research funding opportunities;
  Infection Prevention and Control Programme;
  Quality Improvement Programme.
• Professional Memberships: VDS cover; RCVS fees.
• Colleague Benefits: pension scheme with employer contribution;
  Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility); voluntary benefits options; discounts with retailers; discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices.

Reference to related veterinary nurse roles and generic postings are not part of the current role description.