Small Animal Vet, West Yorkshire

Small Animal Vet – Ashfield Veterinary Practice, West Yorkshire!

Looking for a fulfilling career as a Small Animal Vet? Look no further than Ashfield Veterinary Practice in West Yorkshire! We offer flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, and flexi-hours so that you can achieve the perfect work-life balance. You can choose to work in one of our three locations in Wakefield, Halifax, or Wibsey or share your hours between, with most of our sites equipped with facilities to provide the highest standard of care for our patients.

We understand that relocation can be daunting, which is why we offer relocation packages of up to £5k to help make the transition as smooth as possible. Additionally, we are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible candidates who wish to join our team and must be eligible to register with RCVS.

About us: 3-site practice located in Halifax, Wakefield, and Wibsey! We offer a high-quality service with 15-minute consultations. Our consultation hours are usually between 8:45-10am and 2pm – 6:30pm, and our operational hours are between 10 am – 1 pm. If you are looking for a full-time position, our usual working hours are between 8:45 am – 6:45 pm, with no weekend work. However, there might be a requirement for a share of weekend rota in the future, Saturday only. At our practice, you can choose which site you would like to work in or share some of the rota, which can be discussed at the interview. Additionally, we are a very supportive team, we do our regular check ins, team meetings and clinical discussions as well as lunch and learns on a monthly basis.

We welcome you to join our team and provide excellent care to our patients!

Our Team: We are a team of 3.5 Small Animal Vets, 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 4 Student Veterinary Nurses and 2 Patient Care Assistant with Reception staff and Practice Manager to support us on a daily basis. Two of our Vets are working towards internal medicine certificate and we do have a Vet in practice who does orthopaedic surgeries.

The role you will play: You will have the opportunity to build you own client base, to really make the practice feel like your own. There is scope for this here and we can work with you to get you there.

Relocation and area: If you are considering relocating for work, West Yorkshire is definitely worth considering. Located within the Yorkshire and Humber region, it provides easy access to major regional centers such as Leeds, Sheffield, and York. It is close to several airports, including Leeds Bradford, Manchester, Robin Hood Airport, and East Midlands, making travel both domestic and international a breeze.

Exploring the many benefits of living in West Yorkshire:

• West Yorkshire boasts some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the UK, with rolling hills, green fields, picturesque valleys, and charming villages. Outdoor enthusiasts will find many opportunities for hiking, cycling, fishing, and other activities.
• The region has a rich cultural heritage and is home to many historic buildings, museums, art galleries, and cultural events. It has a vibrant arts scene, with festivals, concerts, and theatre productions taking place throughout the year.
• With excellent transport links, it's easy to get around and explore the region. The motorway network is well-connected, and there's a reliable public transport system.

Overall, West Yorkshire offers a high quality of life, beautiful surroundings, and many opportunities for work and leisure. It's a fantastic place to call home.

At Ashfield Vets, we value continuing education and are happy to cover the costs of certificates to help you develop your skills and knowledge. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members can thrive. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your career goals as a Small Animal Vet!

What will we offer: We know that benefits are key, and that your personal benefits priorities will differ from others.  Holidays, pensions, discounts, paternal leave, fee payments or share save schemes might be your priority.   Flexible working is essential for others, and we are very open to finding a creative working pattern that suits.  For clinical staff, CPD is probably critical.  Just so, you know we offer a wide range of amazing CPD – you will have access to Knowledge Hub, the best online veterinary learning resource within the industry - and we offer an allowance to spend on external courses too.  If you would like to learn more, do feel free to contact the recruiter managing this campaign and ask them to talk you through our offerings.  Alternatively, if easier, you can find a list on our careers site CVS Employee Benefits- what we can offer you. (cvsukltd.co.uk)

If you are interested in this role contact our Dave for more information on 07780 436 395 or at david.vaughan@cvsvets.com 

If you are ready to join us today, click “Apply Now”.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

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