Job Description

About Ivy Lodge

Set in beautiful green grounds near

Harold Wood, Essex

, Ivy Lodge Veterinary Clinic is a

growing, proudly independent small animal practice

. Under

new management

, we're expanding fast - and building toward big things, including becoming a hospital in the next few years.

We're a small, passionate team with a genuine love for what we do. The vibe? Supportive, flexible, and down-to-earth - with a shared goal of providing excellent veterinary care while keeping work-life balance real.

The Role

We're looking for a

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

who is confident in all core areas and ready to get stuck in.

You'll be:

Carrying out all the expected RVN duties (anesthesia, inpatient care, lab work, etc.) Part of a

Monday-Friday rota only

(weekends to come as we grow - and you'll help shape how that works) Occasionally caring for our own hospitalized patients overnight (on-site accommodation available) A key part of building something bigger - your voice matters here

Hours

We're flexible. Choose what suits you:

4 days a week, 10-hour shifts

OR 5 days a week, 8.5-hour shifts

What You'll Get

Competitive salary CPD allowance

Statutory holidays + your birthday off + extra Christmas leave

Plenty of

free parking

Gorgeous garden for breaks and breathing room A say in how the practice grows

No current sick pay

- but a

wellness plan is coming this year

A future-focused team that wants youto grow with us

Location Perks

25 min walk from

Harold Wood Station

Easy access from

M25 & A12

Set on stunning grounds - yes, you can lunch outside!

Who You Are

RCVS-registered RVN Self-motivated and confident in clinical work Team-oriented with a positive attitude Excited to be part of something growing and evolving
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Transport links
Work Location: In person