Permanent Veterinary Nurse – Southampton

Key Details:

• Working Days: 4 nine-hour days per week, 1 in 4 weekends, duty nights on rotation
• Hours: Nine-hour shifts within an extended-hours rota
• Duties: Support the Head Nurse to drive clinical efficiency, governance, and continuous improvement across a varied caseload
• Salary: They are offering a salary of up to £30,000 per annum, reflective of skills and experience

About the Role:

• The client is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a growing nursing team. The post holder will support the Head Nurse in ensuring efficient, effective, and compliant clinical operations.
• The role will suit a collaborative team player who communicates clearly and contributes across theatre, inpatient care, consult support, and client education. The caseload is varied and offers exposure to routine and emergency work.
• The organisation promotes continuous learning, so the successful candidate will be encouraged to engage with funded CPD and development pathways.
• The working pattern comprises four nine-hour days per week, participation in a 1 in 4 weekend rota, and duty nights on rotation.
• The position offers a benefits package that includes a profit share bonus scheme, long service recognition, income protection, enhanced maternity pay, compassionate leave, retail discounts and rewards, CPD allowance, access to health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for overseas charity work.

About the Practice:

The practice operates a purpose-built, modern facility in Southampton with state-of-the-art equipment, including a well-equipped surgical suite, digital radiography, and an in-house laboratory. The team comprises a diverse group of professionals with a broad range of special interests, with several colleagues working towards certificates. Extended opening hours support both routine and emergency cases, while the culture emphasises work-life balance and staff wellbeing. The practice invests in continuing education and development to ensure the team remains at the forefront of clinical standards and patient care.

Job Reference No: JN-33637