Consult Nurse / Animal Behaviour Technician

The Role

We are currently looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team at Holly House Vets. You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS, have high clinical standards and a proven interest / qualification in behaviour and training. You will work alongside our clinical animal behaviourist and further training will be offered to support you gaining qualifications as an Animal Behaviour Technician.

The role will include nurse consults and working with patients within both the hospital and the clinic to promote a fear free environment. You will also be involved with Puppy and Dog Training Classes, Puppy Home Visits, Client Education Talks, and support clients implement their Behaviour Modification Plan as devised by the CAB. You will work a flexible 40 hour week over 4 -5 days including regular weekends and one evening per week.

Salary for the role is up to £30,000 depending on experience.

About Us

Holly House Veterinary Clinic is a first opinion clinic which is open 8 am-8 pm Monday to Friday. We have all the usual equipment as well as a CT scanner, K laser and Dental X-ray. Our lovely practice is located just 10 minutes from Leeds, is close to York and Harrogate and is within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales

We have a big amazing team consisting of Veterinary Surgeons with certificate holders in Emergency and Critical Care, Medicine, Surgery, Exotics and Dentistry, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurse and Veterinary Care Assistants along with a strong admin team. We are a friendly motivated, inclusive team and regularly have team events for charity (such as the recent Dragon Boat event) plus summer BBQ and Christmas Party. Well-being is our highest priority, and we have 3 well-being champions across the business, a Mental Health First Aider and a team coach who can offer individual and team development. We also hold regular clinical governance meetings and Schwartz Rounds as well as team and practice meetings.

About the Team and Culture

We are a progressive and large team of 25 Vets, 22 RVN's, and 44 Support Staff, who are all committed to providing the best clinical care possible. Our culture is based on shared values and respect for one another, professional development is encouraged.

Applicant Requirements

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse with consulting experience and previous involvement and qualifications in training and / or behaviour. The ideal candidate will have a recognised Dog Training Qualification and / or a recognised Animal Behaviour Qualification at Level 5 or above.

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.