Willows Veterinary Centre LTD

11/09/2024

***Owner located***
We have had a female grey and white cat handed in today who has been involved in a road traffic accident on Mortimer Road. She has no microchip or collar. If you think she could be your cat please ring the surgery on 0191 4563366

11/09/2024

***Owner located and treatment started***
We have a white and black elderly female cat handed in who was found in the Laygate area. We suspect she is on medication and has been having recent treatment.
If you think this could be your cat please contact the surgery on 0191 4563366

11/09/2024

Fun, friendly small animal practice looking for Veterinary Care assistants to join our team!

Are you wanting to work in a brand new state of the art purpose built practice?

There are some exciting changes coming to Willows Veterinary Centre, with a move to a new purpose-built large hub at Boldon Business Park and renovations planned at our South Shields branch which start soon.
The Boldon site will have 4 consult rooms, 2 theatres, prep rooms, a dental and X-Ray suite as well as a quiet room.
The practice has modern diagnostic facilities including digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, in house laboratory and dedicated nurse consulting rooms. We also offer laparoscopic spays.
We are looking for a Veterinary care Assistant to join our small animal practice on a rotational basis over both of our sites.
We believe in creating a cosy family environment in order to make our clients and their pets feel comfortable and happy. Is ours a team you would like to be part of?

Our well equipped team of 4 vets, 4 RVNs and 3 VCAs will be on hand to support you. There is no out of hours requirements with this role as our clients have access to Westways Veterinary Hospital in Newcastle for any out-of-hours situation.
The role:
Salary depending on experience
40 hours per week
No OOH
1 in 4 Saturday mornings

Benefits include:
*28 days paid holiday including bank holidays (Pro Rata)
*CPD allowance per annum
*Health Shield – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
*VDS cover
*Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
*Discounted veterinary fees
*My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
*Cycle to Work scheme
*CPD/training support
*Company sick pay
*Colleague engagement survey
*Annual pay reviews
*Focus on employee wellbeing
*Career progression opportunities

If you would like to apply please email our Head Nurse at [email protected] with your CV.
You’re also welcome to contact us for a more informal chat.

11/09/2024

Fun, friendly small animal practice looking for RVNs to join our team!

Are you wanting to work in a brand new state of the art purpose built practice?

There are some exciting changes coming to Willows Veterinary Centre, with a move to a new purpose-built large hub at Boldon Business Park and renovations planned at our South Shields branch which start soon.
The Boldon site will have 4 consult rooms, 2 theatres, prep rooms, a dental and X-Ray suite as well as a quiet room.
The practice has modern diagnostic facilities including digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, in house laboratory and dedicated nurse consulting rooms. We also offer laparoscopic spays.
We are looking for a nurse to join our small animal practice on a rotational basis over both of our sites.
We believe in creating a cosy family environment in order to make our clients and their pets feel comfortable and happy. Is ours a team you would like to be part of?

Our well equipped team of 4 vets and 4 RVNs will be on hand to support you. There is no out of hours requirements with this role as our clients have access to Westways Veterinary Hospital in Newcastle for any out-of-hours situation.
The role:
Salary is up to £28,000 depending on experience
40 hours per week
No OOH
1 in 4 Saturday mornings

We would be more than happy to help with relocation costs should this be required

Benefits include:
*6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays (Pro Rata)
*£500 CPD allowance per annum
*Health Shield – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
*RCVS Membership paid
*One other professional membership subscription
*VDS cover
*Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
*Discounted veterinary fees
*My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
*Cycle to Work scheme
*CPD/training support
*Company sick pay
*Colleague engagement survey
*Annual pay reviews
*Focus on employee wellbeing
*Career progression opportunities

If you would like to apply please email our Head Nurse at [email protected] with your CV.
You’re also welcome to contact us for a more informal chat.

11/09/2024

Fun, friendly small animal practice looking for Reception staff to join our team!

There are some exciting changes coming to Willows Veterinary Centre, with a move to a new purpose-built large hub at Boldon Business Park and renovations planned at our South Shields branch which start soon.
The Boldon site will have 4 consult rooms, 2 theatres, prep rooms, a dental and X-Ray suite as well as a quiet room.
The practice has modern diagnostic facilities including digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, in house laboratory and dedicated nurse consulting rooms. We also offer laparoscopic spays.
We are looking for a receptionist to join our small animal practice on a rotational basis over both of our sites.
We believe in creating a cosy family environment in order to make our clients and their pets feel comfortable and happy. Is ours a team you would like to be part of?
Our well equipped team of 4 vets, 4 RVNs and 4 receptionists will be on hand to support you. There is no out of hours requirements with this role as our clients have access to Westways Veterinary Hospital in Newcastle for any out-of-hours situation.
The role:
Salary: DOE
Full time position but may consider part time for the right candidate
No OOH
1 in 4 Saturday mornings
We would be more than happy to help with relocation costs should this be required
Benefits include:
*22 days paid holiday plus all bank holidays (Pro Rata)
*Health Shield – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
*Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
*Discounted veterinary fees
*My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
*Cycle to Work scheme
*CPD/training support
*Company sick pay
*Colleague engagement survey
*Annual pay reviews
*Focus on employee wellbeing
*Career progression opportunities

If you would like to apply please email our Head Nurse at [email protected] with your CV.
You’re also welcome to contact us for a more informal chat.

06/09/2024

We have had a stray cat handed in to the South Shields practice today. If you are missing your cat and think this potentially could be your pet please contact the South Shields practice on 0191 456 3366 between 9-6 Monday to Friday, or 9-2 Saturday, CLOSED SUNDAY 🐱

21/08/2024

15/08/2024

We would like to congratulate Emily on receiving her A level results and securing her place at they Royal Veterinary College London.

Emily has been coming to us for work experience since she was around 15 years old. We are very proud of you and would like to wish you the best of luck in your journey to becoming a veterinary surgeon!

Don’t be a stranger 🐾😁🏥

08/08/2024

Earlier in the week we mentioned we had some exciting news. We are thrilled to announce that renovation works on our new Boldon site have begun! 🐾💚

05/08/2024

!!FANTASTIC NEWS!!

Keep your eyes peeled for some exciting updates coming very soon…

30/07/2024

Seeing as today is international friendship day let’s see all those photos of you and your favourite furry friends 🫶🏻

We’ll go first…

Here’s a photo of some of the South Shields staff dogs on a charity walk last year.
Sadie, Ted and Callie 🐾

26/07/2024

We are currently having issues with our phones and computer systems at our boldon colliery site. Please bare with us whilst we are dealing with this.

For any emergency’s please call our South Shields practice on 0191 456 3366

15/07/2024

We have had an elderly neutered male black and white cat brought into the surgery today. Found on Spohr Terrace.
He is not microchipped and not wearing a collar. If you think this could be your cat please ring the surgery on 01914563366. Thanks

05/07/2024

🐱CAT FOUND 🐱
We have had a young black & white female short haired cat brought into our Boldon branch today. She is not microchipped and is not wearing a collar.
Found in the Boldon Colliery Area, if you think she maybe yours please contact us on
0191 536 7777.
She will be staying with us for the next 7 days, if no owner is found in this time we will find a rescue placement for her.

05/07/2024

CLIENT NOTICE

Both branches will be closed on Wednesday 10th July from 12pm (Lunchtime) Till 4pm for staff training.

We are still contactable during these hours for emergencies on our South Shields number - 0191 456 3366.
Many thanks

22/06/2024

We have had a puppy handed into our South Shields practice, if you are missing a puppy please contact the practice before 2pm on 0191 4563366

12/06/2024

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our small animal practice based in the North East of England.

There are some exciting changes coming to Willows Veterinary Centre, with a move to a new purpose-built hub at Boldon Business Park and renovations planned at our South Shields branch, starting very soon. The Boldon site will have 4 consult rooms, 2 theatres, large prep room, a dental suite (including dental x-ray) and an imaging suite with x-ray and ultrasound.

The practice has modern diagnostic facilities including digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, and our in house laboratory. We also offer laparoscopic spays.

We believe in creating a cosy family environment in order to make our clients and their pets feel comfortable and happy. Is ours a team you would like to be part of?

Our team of 4 vets and 5 RVNs will be on hand to support you. There is no out of hours requirements with this role as our clients have access to Westways Veterinary Hospital in Newcastle for any out-of-hours situations.

More about the role:

· Full time position with 40 hours over 4 days, between the hours of 8.30am and 7pm

· 1:4 Saturdays

· No OOH

· Visa considered

· Part time option would be considered

· Laparoscopy training is available, if desired

We can offer the following benefits:

· Salary range of £43,000 – £70,000 depending on experience

· 6.6 weeks’ holiday per annum (pro rata), inclusive of any bank/public holidays.

· CPD allowance of £1,750 per annum, with further qualifications supported and 5 CPD days

· Health Shield – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage

· RCVS Membership paid

· Two other membership subscriptions

· VDS cover

· Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay

· Discounted veterinary fees

· My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more

· Cycle to Work scheme

If you would like to apply please email Carole at [email protected] with your CV. You’re also welcome to contact us for a more informal chat.

29/05/2024

Double trouble Rolo and Flossie visited our nurses today to be weighed for their flea treatment. They enjoyed plenty cuddles and some sneaky treats! Aren’t they adorable 🥰

29/05/2024

Even with poorly ears Marty is still smiling. I’m sure you all agree he’s such a handsome boy 💙

16/05/2024

We have had a petite female short haired cat handed in to the practice this week. She is white and black, not wearing a collar and not microchipped. Please call the South Shields surgery if you think this may be your cat.

07/04/2024

We are still looking for a full time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our fabulous team at South Shields 🥰🥰

We have an opening for a full time RVN to join our lovely team. The position is for 40 hours per week including 1 in 4 Saturdays, no Sundays, bank holidays or OOH.

We have 2 branches, South Shields and Boldon Colliery and are currently planning development on our newly purchased site.

We are looking for an independent, enthusiastic and motivated RVN to join our team.

Benefits (subject to prorata )include:
- 4 weeks paid holiday plus all bank holidays
- £500 CPD allowance per annum
- RCVS membership paid
- VDS cover paid
- pension scheme
- competitive salary dependant on experience
- health shield benefits

Please send covering letter & CV to:
[email protected]

18/03/2024

We have had a very young kitten handed in to the practice this afternoon, found in the Mortimer Road area. If you think this could be your kitten please call the South Shields surgery on 0191 4563366 between the hours of 9am and 6pm.

12/03/2024

We have had a petite, middle aged, female grey tabby cat handed in to us today, found in the Low Simonside area. She is not microchipped or wearing a collar.
She is very underweight, we suspect due to being missing for a long time 😔
If you think she could be yours, please call our South Shields surgery between 9am and 6pm on 0191 4563366