Useful employment sites
ACAS Helpline 0303 123 1100
This Helpline is for both employers and employees who are involved in any employment dispute or are seeking information on employment rights and rules. A free, confidential, independent and impartial source of advice.
Veterinary-specific advice:
BVA
Contracts of Employment – although most of the BVA services are for members only, this page and leaflet from the Young Vet Network is available to non-members.
RCVS
Guide to Professional Conduct for Veterinary Surgeons
Guide to Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses
General advice:
GOV.UK
Business Links
Maternity, paternity and adoption
Health & Safety Executive
DWP
Age positive – publications, case studies and research on age and employment.
Equality and Human Rights Commission
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
Citizens Advice Bureau
Law on the Web
Training Courses for Employers
Find a training course.
Membership-only resources
Not to be discounted – these organisations have been set up for you by people who know the profession. It can be really worthwhile investing in the relevant memberships.
British Veterinary Association
Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons
SPVS (Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons) provides a Employers’ Helpline. Visit their website to find out more.
British Veterinary Nursing Association
BVNA members benefit from free advice and support. Find out more on the BVNA website.
Veterinary Management Group
Visit their website here.
Other resources:
The Eight Essential Steps to Conflict Resolution – Preserving relationships at work, at home and in the community by Dudley Weeks.
