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Found 431 articles
Making changes that stick in work
- 24 Jan 2023
In this article, STEVE BAILEY – coach and change facilitator, and partner at Space Coaching Services – explains how small, incremental steps can lead to a big change in well-being.
Lying on a CV – the consequences
- 20 Jan 2023
MARK STEVENS, a senior associate at VWV LLP, explains how bosses can ensure the accuracy of their candidates’ applications – and how candidates might find themselves penalised for fabricating details.
A day in the life of a charity vet at Christmas
- 13 Jan 2023
KIRSTY WARREN, veterinary surgeon team leader at Bradford PDSA Pet Hospital, shares an insight into life on the busy frontline for the UK’s largest veterinary charity, providing vital care for pets whose owners would otherwise struggle with costs.
Leap of faith: following your career dreams
- 12 Jan 2023
Sarah Ramsden, deputy head nurse at Vets4Pets Leeds Birstall, shares her passion for animal dental care and explains how she is reaping the rewards of a huge career change.
Mental health first aid in practice
- 9 Jan 2023
ALICE WATSON, BVM, BVS, CertAVP, MRCVS, explains the benefits of training individuals to be proactive in spotting and supporting someone struggling with mental health difficulties in the workplace.
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CVS launches Pastoral Support Vet role to help new graduates settle in
- 9 Jan 2023
Following six months of planning, the New Graduate Pastoral Support Vets are ready to offer an additional layer of pastoral care to CVS’ new graduates in practice.
A new job for the new year
- 5 Jan 2023
There is something symbolic about the start of a new year, making it an ideal time to think about looking for a new job. Here are some tips to help you achieve that goal in 2023.
Building a better career – together
- 4 Jan 2023
MEDIVET outlines the benefits of its Graduate Development Programme – an initiative designed to both enable and support those starting out in the veterinary sector to fulfil their potential.
Join a nurse community built on ambition, support and potential
- 4 Jan 2023
TAYMAR LIMERICK, a member of Medivet’s nurse committee, who has worked with the group for five years, shares her experiences in being a part of this initiative – and how it’s helping her pursue the career she wants, not the career she’s expected to.
Graduating from vet school: what’s next?
- 4 Jan 2023
Newly qualified veterinarian GEORGIA ROBB explains why she set her sights on becoming a vet almost 10 years ago, and what it’s like to have achieved her dream, as she starts her new job at Pennard Vets’ Sevenoaks practice.
Managing employee bereavement
- 14 Dec 2022
TINA CHANDER, head of employment law at Wright Hassall LLP, discusses the rights of employees who have suffered a loss and the employer’s responsibilities when it comes to managing compassionate leave.
Why it pays to job hunt during the festive season
- 13 Dec 2022
Many folk assume that recruitment ceases over Christmas and the New Year. This simply isn’t true...
Understanding TUPE: employees’ rights when businesses transfer
- 6 Dec 2022
ADAM BERNSTEIN discovers how employees are protected when a company changes ownership.
Right to work checks – new rules
- 5 Dec 2022
Following a change in Government rules, Walker Morris LLP’s director and head of business immigration, SHABANA MUNEER, and associate RUTH JOWETT explain how bosses should ensure staff can work in the UK.
About confidential data – acting on ‘official secrets’ in veterinary practice
- 28 Nov 2022
ADAM BERNSTEIN explores how practices can ensure the safety of its sensitive data, as well as considerations when employees leave or join a company.
Supporting successful management
- 23 Nov 2022
ADAM BERNSTEIN explores how managers can be helped to excel in their role – and how investing in this benefits everyone.
Employment rights when poorly
- 23 Nov 2022
CHARLIE HIGGINS, HR paralegal at Wright Hassall, discusses how employees should report sickness, types of sick leave, what pay they are entitled to, as well as how employers should manage this.
Stress, strains, dreams and opportunities
- 23 Nov 2022
Lecturer CLAIRE MORRIS BSc(Hons), RVN shares some advice for new vets finding their feet in practice.
Long COVID in the workplace
- 23 Nov 2022
Although recent COVID-19 case numbers indicate the pandemic has slowed, some people are suffering from the disease’s long-term effects. ALEXANDRA FARMER, head of team and solicitor at WorkNest, discusses the steps bosses should take if an employee believes they have the condition.
Keeping it calm in the vet profession – our practice's culture
- 1 Nov 2022
When independent practice Pet People opened its doors six months ago, it wanted to do something different. Veterinary director FRANCESCA VERNEY BA, VetMB, MRCVS explains how and why.