veterinary technician

The Role

We are looking for a confident Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team here at Alexander Vets. The successful candidate would be confident to run nurse clinics, monitor anaesthetics and happy to help with the daily running of the practice.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, that's why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. The working hours are flexible over a 4-day week plus 1 in 4 Saturday mornings.

Salary for the role is up to £29,000 depending on experience. We also offer a £5,000 welcome bonus and £3,000 relocation allowance.

About Us

Alexander Vets are based on the outskirts of the Lake District, we are close to some of the most scenic views the country has to offer. If you love the great outdoors, this is a great location for water sports, hiking and adventure sports. We are a well-established and popular small animal practice who work to the highest standards. We recently benefited from a full practice refurbishment, so we are very modern and well-equipped. Our practice boasts x-ray, ultrasound, laser therapy and in house blood facilities. We have a loyal client base which helps us provide detailed work ups too!

About the Team and Culture

Currently, we have a team of 2 vets with a wealth of clinical experience, so there's a great support network in place with lots of opportunities to learn. Working alongside our vets we also have 1 Registered Veterinary Nurse, 1 Student Veterinary Nurse, Kennel Assistant and a receptionist.

Applicant Requirements

Our ideal candidate will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is confident in nurse clinics and monitoring anaesthetics. 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.

Because our employees 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
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• 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

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 3 days 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

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, 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.

If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.