Aldgate Vets has been recruiting strongly across our team over recent years – and we continue to do so – because of significant expansion and exciting developments in the services we offer, including our small animal hospital in Bridlington and our growing chronic pain management and acupuncture offering.
We believe strongly in being an excellent employer, providing a happy and safe place to work, and investing in the skills and qualifications of our wonderful team. We pay the living wage and we are accredited by the Real Living Wage Foundation. The Real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.
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Aldgate Veterinary Practice is a proudly independent RCVS-accredited general veterinary practice with sites in the East Yorkshire towns of Driffield & Bridlington.
Aldgate Vets is an independently owned practice with a team of highly experienced Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, reception and Administration Staff based across our sites in Bridlington and Driffield.
Our ambition is to provide the best in preventative, diagnostic and emergency care for all our patients. We also believe strongly in being an excellent employer, providing a happy and safe place to work, and investing in the skills and qualifications of our wonderful team. We currently have certificate holders in diagnostic imaging, small animal medicine and small animal surgery certificate. We also have a diploma holder in animal physiotherapy.
As the only remaining independent practice locally, our aim is to continue the tradition of a high standard of care in a compassionate and down-to-earth manner. Our two directors – Giles Moore and Lucy Butler both have active clinical roles within the practice and live within local communities. We are an RCVS-approved nurse training practice and actively support the development of the nursing team. We have recently achieved ISFM gold standard status.
In our purpose-built small animal practice in Bridlington, we offer 3 surgical theatres, one with laparoscopic facilities, another dedicated to orthopaedic surgery. We also have a CT scanner, a separate dental suite with dental radiography, video endoscopy and gastroscopy. We have a dedicated rehabilitation department, led by our diploma holder, which offers, acupuncture, physiotherapy, laser therapy and hydrotherapy.
We have a dedicated night team for the hospital to support your work/life balance, this offers OOH services to 7 other local practices.
Who we would like to find…
The role is ideally full-time, however part-time applications would be gladly received. Full time is 4 days/week, with a fixed weekday off, Saturday/Sunday day shifts on rotation with time back the following week with a share of working Bank Holiday (with TOIL back).
We are ideally seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who has completed their GDP with a minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience.
The ideal candidate will be a good all-rounder, we would also be interested to hear from vets with more specialist interests. The Practice encourages CPD and can offer support with starting or completing Certificates.
Due to our continued expansion and internal promotion, we are looking for a part-time Dispensary Assistant to work Monday & Tuesday (8.30/9.00 am – 4.30/5.00 pm), and holiday cover as required, at both our Bridlington and Driffield Practice.
You will work as part of the Pharmacy Team under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager. You will be responsible for the checking of dispensed prescriptions in accordance with Practice Policy, guidelines and legislation.
You will support the Pharmacy Manager in ensuring a high level of service is delivered, whilst supporting other departments in line with the objectives of the Practice.
It is essential that you have a high level of attention to detail, work accurately and methodically.
Full training can be given to successful candidates.
We are a living wage employer.
To apply, send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@aldgatevet.co.uk
We are seeking a friendly, professional, enthusiastic, and approachable individual to join our Client Care Team.
You will be the first point of contact for our clients, greeting them and their pets with a friendly face and caring attitude. You are also a vital link between clients and our veterinary team.
The role is varied and fast paced. You will need exceptional communication skills, and the ability to multitask is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity, and to be successful in this role, you will need to be:
- Resourceful, perceptive, and proactive
- Confident and empathetic communicator both on the telephone and face to face
- Highly efficient, well-presented with great attention to detail
- Proficient using Microsoft and cloud software
- A team player.
The position is full-time for 30 hours, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays and Bank Holidays on rota per week:
Monday – 8.00 am – 6.00 pm;
Tuesday – 8.00 am – 6.00 pm
Friday – 10.00 am – 8.00 pm
Primarily at our Small Animal Hospital at Bridlington, but you will be expected to work at our Driffield Practice as required.
If you think you fulfil the requirements for this key position, please email your cover letter and CV to recruitment@aldgatevet.co.uk
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, friendly, and efficient individual to join our team of friendly Vets, Nurses, VCA’s, Receptionists, and Support Staff as a Veterinary Care Assistant.
The role is varied and rewarding, and plays an important part in patient care within the Practice.
Your tasks will include (but are not limited to):
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, including infection control
- Assisting in inpatient care
- Preparing and maintaining equipment, including cleaning, packing, and preparing surgical equipment for use
- Assisting vets and nurses with animal handling and restraint
- Assisting with the smooth running of theatre procedures
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with animals. Although full training can be provided for the right candidate.
We welcome applications for full or part-time working across shifts between 8.00 am – 8.00 pm, Monday – Sunday (4 days/week – full-time) plus Bank holidays on rota. This role covers both our Practices (Bridlington & Driffield), so you will need to be able to travel to both sites.
In return, we can offer:
- 4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
- CPD
- Company Pension
- Discounted veterinary fees
- We pay the Real Living Wage
About us:
Our independent practice is in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds, offering the best of all worlds with both rural and coastal activities on our doorstep and the lovely historic city of York close by.
We are a growing 20+ vet mixed practice, that continues to provide our staff with a quality work-life balance.
We offer a wide range of services and equipment, including in-house laboratory testing, CT scanner, digital X-ray, ultrasound and multi-parameter monitoring at both sites, dental X-rays plus bronchoscopy, rhinoscopy, laparoscopic surgeries, a visiting orthopaedic surgeon and an in-house pain management consultant offering acupuncture, laser therapy and physio plus a hydrotherapy suite with pool and treadmill at Bridlington.
Interested? Send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@aldgatevet.co.uk