Join Our Friendly and Supportive Team at Westside RVN – Part-Time Veterinary Nurse Wanted!
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Nurse looking for a role that offers a great work-life balance, professional growth, and a supportive team environment? Westside Veterinary Clinic could be the perfect fit for you!
Position: Veterinary Nurse
Type: Part-time, Permanent (32 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: €18 per hour
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a part-time basis, working 32 hours per week. This role offers a fantastic work-life balance with flexible shifts, allowing you to achieve harmony between your professional and personal life. As part of our friendly, close-knit team, you’ll play a key role in providing top-quality patient care. Your time will be split between general nursing duties and customer care work, giving you a varied and rewarding day-to-day experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality nursing care for our patients
Client care and front-of-house support
Work collaboratively within a small, supportive team
Balance nursing and reception duties, with flexibility in shift patterns
Participate in occasional Saturday shifts (1 in 3)
No out-of-hours work required
Opportunity to increase to full-time in future
What We’re Looking For
VCI Registered Veterinary Nurse
Previous experience is preferred, but we welcome applications from newly qualified nurses too
A warm, professional communicator – our practice can be busy, so people skills are key!
A team player with a flexible, can-do attitude
About Us
Westside Vets isa busy and compact clinic located on the outskirts of Cork city – easily accessible by public transport. Our team of 5 part-time vets bring expertise in ophthalmology, surgery, and dentistry, and we pride ourselves on offering a fun, supportive environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. We’re currently expanding, so it’s an exciting time to come on board – especially if you’re looking for a role you can grow into. In addition to competitive pay and flexible working, we offer a range of fantastic benefits that truly make Westside Vets a great place to work.
Why Choose Us?
Flexible part-time hours
No out-of-hours work
Enhanced annual leave entitlements plus birthday leave
Professional growth: annual CPD allowance plus funding to pursue certificates or diplomas
Potential for future full-time opportunities
Supportive team with plenty of opportunity to develop your skills
If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and looking for a role that fits your lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join our fantastic team at Westside Veterinary Clinic.
Comprehensive Benefits Package (Pro Rata for Part-Time)
We know our people are central to our success. That’s why we invest in their wellbeing, growth, and long-term career satisfaction.
Enhanced annual leave package + birthday leave
Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave
Company sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Wellbeing Centre access
Cycle to Work scheme
Free flu jabs
Professional Development
€600 CPD allowance + 3 paid days (pro rata)
Funded certificates, diplomas, PhDs
Leadership Academy for future Head Nurses/Managers
Professional Memberships
VCI membership paid
VDS cover paid
Other Perks
“Pawesome” perks – retail discounts, virtual gym, and more
Discounted veterinary fees for your own pets in any IVC Evidensia practice
Employee pension contributions
Access to internal groups: LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board, and more
At Westside Vets, we are proud to be a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, and as a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. This is an exciting time to join our team and grow with us. We offer career progression opportunities, a supportive team environment, and a strong focus on work-life balance, making this the perfect role for someone looking to thrive both professionally and personally.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com or contact us at 0860850891 for more information. We look forward to welcoming the right candidate to our team!
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