Park Issa Veterinary Hospital is looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This part-time role offers 24 hours per week, primarily Wednesday to Friday, with some overnight inpatient care and weekend rota participation.
Role Details
You will work 24 hours per week, covering shifts from 8:30am to 5:30pm Wednesday through Friday. The role also includes participation in a one-in-six weekend rota and ideally one overnight shift per week for inpatient care when needed. This role is crucial in supporting our commitment to excellent patient care and client service.
About the Practice
Based in Oswestry, near the Welsh border, Park Issa Veterinary Hospital is a well-established practice with a branch near Wrexham. We pride ourselves on our clinical excellence and exceptional client care.
Our facilities include two operating theatres, a modern imaging suite with ultrasound and x-ray, a dedicated dental procedures room with dental x-ray, and a large garden for staff breaks and inpatient exercise.
Team and Culture
Our team is known for being welcoming, supportive, and focused on wellbeing and work-life balance. We are committed to finding the right people who will thrive here and contribute positively both clinically and personally.
Salary and Contract
This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. Salary is up to £19,000, based on 24 hours per week.
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
6.6 weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membershipNon-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rataCertificate SupportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension – 5% Employee / 3% EmployerDiscounted staff pet care