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6.6 weeks annual leave Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service Your birthday as a paid day off
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 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
VDS cover RCVS fees
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care Apply
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal - FTC
Walton Lodge - Ware, Kings Hill, South East
Discipline: Small Animal
Up to £29,000 DOE
Walton Lodge Veterinary Group is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a maternity cover basis at our Ware practice. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a well-established, growing veterinary group that is dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. This is a full-time role of 40 hours per week, with flexibility in the shift pattern to accommodate a work-life balance. You will also join the Saturday rota, working 1 in 9 Saturdays from 9am to 2pm at our Ware hospital. There are no out-of-hours commitments, ensuring a structured and manageable schedule.
Your Opportunity at Walton Lodge
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Walton Lodge, you will play a key role in supporting our Veterinary Surgeons, Student Veterinary Nurses, and Reception team in providing exceptional care. Your responsibilities will include inpatient care, surgical assistance, nurse consultations, and diagnostics using our state-of-the-art equipment. With a highly experienced team and a strong focus on professional development, this is an ideal opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment.
The People Behind Walton Lodge
Walton Lodge Veterinary Group was co-founded in September 2000 by Helen Lee BVSc, MRCVS, and her partner Rodney Pugh. Since then, we have expanded to six surgeries across Bengeo, Bishop's Stortford, Harlow, Hoddesdon, Stevenage, and Ware. We have recently opened three brand-new practices in Stevenage and Hoddesdon, and our Ware practice has been fully refitted and extended, offering a modern, well-equipped working environment with excellent transport links.
We take pride in investing in cutting-edge technology, including digital radiography, high-speed colour Doppler ultrasound scanners, digital endoscopy, high-powered dental scalers and polishers, and advanced anaesthetic monitoring equipment. These facilities allow our team to provide the highest standards of veterinary care across all locations.
You will be joining a highly skilled and dedicated team, including 8 Veterinary Surgeons, 8 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 4 Student Veterinary Nurses, and 11 Receptionists. Our team works collaboratively, supporting each other to ensure the best outcomes for our patients and clients. Helen Lee, our senior Veterinary Surgeon, qualified from Bristol University in 1984 and has been serving the Hertfordshire community since 1985. Her wealth of experience, along with the expertise of our wider team, ensures a fantastic learning environment for all staff.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to gain experience in a well-established, progressive practice with a supportive team and modern facilities. The maternity cover role offers an excellent balance of varied clinical work, professional development opportunities, and a great working environment. With a strong focus on teamwork, learning, and patient care, Walton Lodge Veterinary Group is an ideal place to thrive in your career. We strongly believe in continuous professional development, and CPD is highly encouraged to help our team grow and develop in their careers.
If you are a passionate and committed Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a rewarding role in a well-equipped and friendly practice, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join the Walton Lodge family!
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 up to £29,000 DOE, you will benefit from -
Work Life Balance
Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
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Walton Lodge - Ware
9 The Green, Kings Hill, SG12 0QW, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Small animals
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 Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.