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Vets for Pets • Handforth, STY, SK9 3RN

Veterinary Surgeon - We will support your development

Employment type:  Full time
Salary:  £42,500 – £70,000 per annum
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Job Description

SOUTH SHIELDS VETS FOR PETS VETERINARY SURGEON: £42,500 - £70,000 DOE FTE

Vets for Pets at the Nook in South Shields is an 18 year old well-established, small animal practice. Kirstin, Tammie and Kay are the practice owners and are excited to welcome a new experienced vet to join their friendly, supportive and experienced team.

As partners, we are looking to build on our already inclusive, loyal and family-feel ethos by placing more emphasis on mental health and well-being for the whole team. We share a firm belief that investing in your team creates value and purpose leading to a positive environment where individuals feel empowered.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • Someone with ideally 2 years + experience
  • Confident with routine surgeries and sole charge (Saturdays only)
  • Full time hours ideally, although we are happy to discuss flexibility around this.
  • Confident in providing excellent client care.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

  • Competitive salary
  • A supportive, experienced team
  • 5.6 weeks holiday which will extend to 6.6 weeks after 2 years’ service.
  • An additional day off for your birthday after 1 years’ service.
  • Regular clinical meetings to discuss protocols, new products and cases.
  • Full team meetings to ensure effective communication throughout.
  • A vet Whats App group to ensure someone is always contactable.
  • Team activities outside of work
  • No OOH, 1 in 4 Saturday rota.
  • A proactive approach to CPD supporting a wide range of individual interests.
  • RCVS accredited and silver ISFM accreditation.
  • A well-managed diary ensuring there is administration time and breaks.

ABOUT THE PRACTICE

  • Purpose built practice with 2 theatres.
  • Varied case load.
  • Short distance from the coast and some beautiful beaches.
  • Close by road and rail links to nearby Newcastle and Sunderland
  • Newcastle International Airport is easily commutable
  • Practice Tour: https://youtu.be/fErLUYVRkGw
  • Cat waiting area: https://youtu.be/P_0F5jR2FvY

We are prepared to discuss relocation allowance (where applicable), and provide paid memberships.

To find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please contact:

Kirstin.gribben@vets4pets.com

Alternatively, you can submit your application directly to us now and somebody will be in touch with you within 1 working day to discuss this further. We look forward to hearing from you!

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!

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Company benefits

Up to 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Dog friendly office
Open to part-time employees
Open to part time work for some roles
Compassionate leave
Mental health first aiders
Mental health support
Health insurance
Mentoring
Learning platform
Personal development budgets
Lunch and learns
Cycle to work scheme
Carer’s leave
Shared parental leave
Dog friendly co-working space
Additional voluntary pension contribution
Income protection
Annual pay rises
Referral bonus
In house training
Employee recognition scheme
Death in service
Employee discounts
Emergency leave
Relocation packages
Employee assistance programme
Open to compressed hours
Open to job sharing
Collaboration spaces
Book swaps
On-site shower
Secure on-site parking
Bike parking
Adoption leave
Coaching
Personal development days
Joining bonus

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