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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

White Cross Vets, Walkden, Worsley, North West

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Salary up to £30,000 DOE

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We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Walkden.

The Role


A full time candidate would work 37.5 hours, over 5 days usually, however we'd also be happy to hear from those looking for less hours or a more flexible arrangement. The practice is open between the hours of 08:30 and 19:00. We currently do not open on Saturdays. 

The Team


Our team currently comprises of 3.5 Veterinary Surgeons, 3.5 RVNs, 2 Veterinary Care Assistants and 2 Client Care Coordinators. Our CD has a medical certificate, Our senior vet is interest in dermatology and our amazing new grad enjoys dentistry so as you can imagine, lots of interesting cases coming through the door! We have a labratory, two operating theatres, a preparation room, dental suite with dental x-ray, seperate x-ray suite, ultrasound tonopen & multi perameters. Our 'relaxation room' is available at anytime during the day as well as kitchen, 4 consults rooms with a seperate dispensary. We have an isolation room where our cats are hospitalised and large dog kennels. 

The Location


The train station is a 3 minute drive away and just a 8 minute walk away so great for those who may need to commute. We have a shopping centre, lovely restaurants nearby as well as a cinema and bowling alley which is currently under construction just 5 minutes walk away. Lovely walks are close by and a 10 minute drive gets you to the historic village of Worsley. 

At White Cross, we take wellbeing very seriously and therefore we plan a wellbeing afternoon monthly. This is where we can take time out as a team to enjoy something together. Recently we've played some old school board games which became very competitive and in the summer we like to get  the deck chairs out or have a bbq! Outside of work we love to get together at Christmas or in the Summer also. 

We have a comprehensive approach working towards improving standards of sustainability. Our focus is to always provide gold standard care in equal measures treating pets, staff and clients with respect and identify opportunities to succeed in an ever-evolving world. 

Don't just  take it from us - I have been part of the White Cross team for four years and have always been supported/ Equipment is provided when requested and the social aspect is a bonus!

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 (6.8 for Scotland, and 7 for IOM, NI)
  • Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

  • Wellbeing

  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline 
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing 

  • Development

  • £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

  • Professional Memberships

  • VDS cover
  • RCVS fees

  • Colleague Benefits

  • Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well 
  • Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
  • Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
  • Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
  • Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

  • 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.
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    White Cross Vets, Walkden

    Mayfield Avenue, Walkden, Worsley, M28 3JF, United Kingdom

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    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 Mike Burrell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Talent Partner

    Mike Burrell

    mike.burrell@ivcevidensia.com