Meet our professional and friendly team of Vets, Nurses, Reception and Support Staff.
John Sleigh BVMS MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Mayleen Cook BVMS MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Since qualifying from Glasgow University in 1986 I have enjoyed a varied career as a vet working in mixed practice in North Yorkshire and for the PDSA.
Mayleen works across between The Gables and End Cottage Vets.
Zoe Gilbert BVETMED MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Ashley Steels BVetMed MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Lisa Nix RVN – Head Nurse
Having worked in Practices around Yorkshire for almost 20 years I am delighted to say for the past 5 years I have been Head Nurse at The Gables.
I love the variety day-to-day life in the practice brings and the knowledge we are trying to make the whole experience for pet owners and their precious pets alike, as pleasant as we can.
Being a cat and dog owner myself I am enthusiastic about environmental enrichment and believe all animals deserve the right to have access to experiences that stimulate the mind and the body.
My interests are behaviour, nurse clinics: weight loss, seniors, desensitisation and dental disease prevention and puppy and kitten socialisation to name but a few.
Joanne Donovan – Auxiliary Nurse
Jo joined the Gables team in 2016 and thoroughly enjoys working for such a friendly practice with lovely clients.
From leaving school Jo has always had a keen interest in animal welfare and been working in veterinary practice since then.
She is kept very busy at home with two daughters to run around after, along with 2 cats, 2 guinea pigs ,and 2 gerbils.
Laura Atkinson RVN
Laura once thought that she would never be able to work in practice as she didn’t like blood, but on a whim she applied to do some work experience at The Gables Veterinary Centre.
Now, a little over three years later she is a Registered Veterinary Nurse, whose favourite part of the job is being in theatre.
Since qualifying in 2018, she has worked in another companion animal practice before returning to The Gables in 2019. Outside of work she enjoys baking and camping, and is currently trying to redecorate her first home with her partner.
Kerry Lakes- Student Veterinary Nurse
My family have always had a variety of pets as I was growing up, so I have always had a keen interest in animals and working with them.
I studied a Bachelor of Honours degree in Zoology for three years, graduating in July 2017. To further my education I decided to go travelling to Thailand, Australia and South Africa, where I worked on a pig and dairy farm, and volunteered at Australia zoo.
After my traveling experience, I finally decided that becoming a veterinary nurse was what I wanted to do.
I completed two weeks work experience at The Gables Veterinary Centre in 2019, and am now studying a Level 3 Diploma in veterinary nursing. I have settled well at the Gables and enjoy my time here with a fantastic group of colleagues, who are all willing to help me with my studies.
In my spare time outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy my horse riding lessons.
Joanne Pritchard – Practice manager
After qualifying as a nursery nurse I jumped at the opportunity to work in animal care, a real passion of mine. My role back then was part of a nursing team, where I learnt my skills doing something I loved.
Some 23 years later, I still carry the same passion and drive, but as the manager of The Gables.
Pets are a huge part of so many families lives, so exceptional client and pet care are my priority.
I am proud to work as part of such a wonderful team of vets,nurses and reception staff, who deliver outstanding care.
Recently a stray kitten came to the practice needing surgery and a loving home. Her recovery is now complete and “onion” is now in charge at our house!!
Away from work, i enjoy camping trips with my husband, and in the winter months snowboarding in Austria.
Rebecca Fuller – Receptionist
Rebecca joined The Gables in 2018. After 4 years in the Health Sector she decided to follow her love of animals and joined the team. She is loving every minute of it.
In her spare time Rebecca enjoys spending time with her partner, family and friends. She has a young American Bulldog named Cooper, who keeps her on her toes, and a 9year old cat named Milly.
Current Vacancies at The Gables Vets
The Gables Vets are looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their team in Hessle! We are looking for an experienced Vet with the possibility of a Lead role.
The Gables Vets is one of the few remaining independent practices in Hull. We pride ourselves on our client centred approach and gold standard of care provided.
The role:
- Salary extremely competitive
- Full Time (open to 4 day week)
- Saturday morning (8:30am – 12pm) on shared rota
- No OOH/on-call
- Professional fees paid
- We support and actively encourage CPD on benefit to the practice rather than cost
We’re progressive, supportive, and keen to develop our people to ensure that we provide our patients and clients with the very best care and service.
We have a dedicated OOH team based at our sister hospital, Wicstun Vets in Market Weighton. As part of the Wicstun Group, we have access to state-of-the-art facilities at the hospital in Market Weighton including hydrotherapy, laser treatment, physiotherapy, laparoscopic surgeries, and an imaging suite – including CT in summer 2022!
As a Gables Vet, you’ll have the opportunity to use and develop a broad range of clinical and client focussed skills and we will support you in the development of your areas of special interest.
Our rota offers great work/ life balance with no OOH and a generous package awaits the successful candidate.
Please contact the Practice Manager on 01482 648942 for an informal chat or send your CV to jo@gablesvets.co.uk
Registered Veterinary Nurse
The Gables Vets in Hessle is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team.
We have been established for over 40 years and have a very loyal and friendly client base.
We pride ourselves on our team culture here at The Gables and this opportunity would suit an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse along with being a true team player. We are a friendly bunch, work closely together and we are passionate about promoting gold standard care.
The RVN role:
- Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Salary – £DOE
- 37.5 hours p/week
- No on call/nights
- Saturday mornings on rota – time off in lieu following Friday (currently 1:4)
Who we are looking for:
- An experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with small animal general practice skills.
- Enthusiastic, motivated and most importantly; a team player.
- Clinical coach advantageous but not essential.
The package:
- Pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave
- CPD allowance
- Professional fees paid
- Holiday allowance
Please contact our Practice Manager on 01482 648942 for an informal chat. For applications, please email your CV and covering letter to info@gablesvets.co.uk
