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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
£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
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Head Veterinary Nurse - Equine
Donnington Grove - Newbury, Newbury, South East
Discipline: Equine
Full Time
Up to £40,000 DOE
Donnington Grove Veterinary Group are looking for a Head Nurse to head up our Equine Nursing Team at our Referral Hospital in Newbury, Berkshire. We are looking for an individual who might be looking for a next step in their career or looking for a new challenge. This is a full time position, working 40 hours a week.
About Donnington Grove
Our main Hospital has RCVS Tier 3 hospital status and is based in Newbury, which is a thriving town in West Berkshire, with many restaurants and only a 45-minute train journey to London Paddington. Situated on the edge of the North Wessex Downs AONB, it also provides beautiful local countryside for long walks with our canine friends. Having been established for decades, and with two branch practices in Thatcham and Tadley, we have a huge client base which comes with lots of variety in our caseload.
We have facilities for imaging and surgery at any time of day or night. Our equipment includes Digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound with colour doppler, endoscopy, Enseal, arthroscopy, Operating microscope, microsurgical equipment, slit lamp and tonovet.
Donnington Grove has a high caseload dealing with routine and emergency cases on a daily basis. We are also a training hospital with a number of student Nurses working towards their Level 3 Diploma in Equine Nursing. The ideal candidate needs to be highly organised, with good leadership skills and also a passion for coaching and supporting our next generation of Nurses.
What we are looking for
Ideally, you will bring several years of experience as a qualified Equine Nurse, with a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure environment. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with the broader hospital team to ensure seamless operations and the highest standard of care. Your experience and teamwork will be crucial in maintaining the smooth and efficient running of the hospital.
Whilst clinical knowledge is required, the focus of this role will be more operational with occasional Nursing as and when required.
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 -
Work-life balance
Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
Additional
Donnington Grove - Newbury
Oxford Road, Newbury, RG14 2JB, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Small animals
Equine
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.