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Join Battersea and become a part of their mission to not turn any dog or cat away, while playing a key role as a Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse
Overview
Salary
£35394
Location
London, UK
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home is a charity that never turns down a dog or a cat in need. We are not just a home, but we also provide love, expert veterinary care, and a fun environment until we find them the perfect permanent home. Become a part of Battersea and help us to be there for every cat and dog as long as they need us.
Role Summary
- Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse responsible for supporting the Head Nurse in managing the clinic.
- Managing and guiding a team of nursing staff to uphold Battersea and RCVS standards.
- Responsible for line management duties for nurses and VCA's.
- Exploring all levels of supportive care adhering to Battersea's policies and procedures.
- Liaising with Veterinary Surgeons for treatment decisions.
Role Requirements
- Resilience and adaptability to manage multi-faceted role.
- Physically capable to maintain standards of care for animals.
Application Process Details
- We provide an inclusive environment for all staff, volunteers, and trustees.
- We have an anonymised shortlisting process to ensure fair recruitment.
- As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are ready to discuss necessary adjustments to ensure your comfort at the application and/or interview stage.
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that's just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
The role: The Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse is responsible for supporting the Head Nurse in the day-to-day management of the clinic. This includes managing and developing a small team of nursing staff and ensuring all staff work in accordance with the standards and policies set by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and the RCVS Small Animal General Practice Standards Scheme. You will be responsible for line management duties for your team of nurses and VCA's, making decisions on all levels of supportive care within Battersea's policies and procedures, and updating Veterinary Surgeons if additional prescribed treatment is required.
Job requirements: We are looking for people with resilience and adaptability to handle all aspects of this role, which involves a lot of physical tasks required to provide exceptional standards of care to our animals.
Benefits: In return for your commitment to our cause, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include 36 days of annual leave (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday leave allowance) per year for full-time employees, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work schemes, an Employee Assistance Programme, access to Wellbeing Resources, generous pension contributions up to 10% employer contribution, and a free healthcare cash plan.
Diversity and inclusion: We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers, and trustees. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we will discuss any adjustments needed at application and/or interview stage to help you perform at your best.
