New Graduate Vet - Robert Jones Vets

This is a full time, permanent position. You will work a 4 day week and 1:4 Saturday mornings. There will be no OOHs or on call., As well as enjoying our modern facilities, well equipped practice and a busy varied caseload, you will have access to a range of benefits and our tailor made New Graduate programme offering you the right support network in practice by ensuring you have an experienced clinical mentor working alongside you in your practice. In addition, you will attend dedicated Continued Professional Development (CPD) days, supporting the development of your clinical skills and non-clinical skills, including self-leadership, teamwork, wellbeing, resilience and business, whilst also providing the opportunity for you to share experiences with fellow graduates.

We have an exciting opportunity for a New Graduate Vet to join our supportive and friendly team at Robert Jones Vets in our brand new, purpose-built practice in Blackpool. This is a very exciting time to join us to help shape the future of our new practices, build on our existing client base, and offer the very best in small animal care.

You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of animals, from beloved pets to exotic species. Our new clinic is equipped with the latest technology and facilities, allowing you to practice veterinary medicine at its best.

Blackpool, with its stunning coastline and vibrant community, is a fantastic place to live and work. From the iconic Blackpool Tower to the beautiful Stanley Park, there is always something to explore and enjoy during your time off.

These are just some of the benefits of the programme:

• Paid onboarding phase which includes a Residential. All UK travel, accommodation and subsistence costs for the Residential will be covered by CVS


• Salary of £35,000 (which should you remain permanently is increased at the end of year 1 and at the end of year 2)


• No financial tie-in beyond completion of the programme.


• Professional memberships (RCVS & VDS).


• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme - allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave


• Receive an extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS


• 10 CPD days a year covering both clinical and non-clinical skills and tailored to your clinical role.


• A committed and trained clinical buddy working alongside you in practice, with regular meetings to support your transition from student to qualified vet.


• Workplace pension scheme.


• Discounted pet treatments.


• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most.


• Discounted UK gym membership with Gym Flex.


• Internal transfers - with a network of over 500 practices we can support you should you need to relocate