The role: 

We are seeking an experienced veterinary nurse to join our team at Lida Vets in Newmarket.

Within this position you will be rotating throughout the working week between inpatient, theatre and consulting roles, our nurses can get involved in a varied caseload of small animal work.  

Our full-time nurses work 5 days a week on a varied shift pattern of 7am to1pm, 7.30am to 4.30pm, 9.30am to 6.30pm and 12pm-9pm with a 30 minute lunch break. This allows for a good work-life balance which is essential in maintaining the high demands of veterinary life. 

Participation in the 1:6 weekend rota along with an equal share of bank holidays is expected. 

Who we are: 

Lida Vets is a first opinion RCVS-accredited small animal practice based in the heart of Newmarket.  We are a newly refurbished practice and we are proud to be an accredited dog friendly clinic via Dogs Trust also gained ISFM Silver Cat Friendly Status too which feeds into our patient centred approach to care.

Our clinicians are well supported by a cohesive team of nurses, students and client care team of which are actively supported in their career development as part of the Linnaeus nursing framework.

The Nursing Career Framework is designed to support career progression and development and supports clinically focused pathways and a people leadership pathway. Our Nurse Career Framework also supports a competitive salary reflecting skills, and experience held while identifying future goals and opportunities.

CPD including advanced qualifications is actively encouraged as this facilitates development of the veterinary nursing teams to ensure the team are fully utilised and able to work at the top of their licence. 

We are heavily involved in the local community and actively support many local pet charities.    

What we offer: 

• 40 hours plus 1:6 weekends.
• No nights on call during the week or weekends, however you are expected to participate in the shared bank holiday rota. 
• Salary: £27000 
• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes (gym membership)
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:

• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Program which is available for everyone. 

If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information or please contact Paige Manchester for a confidential chat

Salary Value: £27,000

Salary Description: Salary from, depending on experience;