Job Description

We are looking for a feline friendly registered veterinary nurse to join our small team for our cat-only clinic in Southsea, Portsmouth.



The role will cover a variety of general nursing duties including: inpatient care, anaesthesia and surgery, consultations, lab work, pharmacy and helping out our busy reception team. As we are a cat-only clinic, the work is less physically demanding and more administration based.

About us

We are a RCVS Practice Standards registered clinic, as well as holding an ISFM Silver Level accreditation. Our caring and supportive team is made up of: two full-time vets, a full time RVN, three part time RVNs, two receptionists and a practice manager. We are well equipped with digital x-rays, including for dentistry, ultrasound, doppler, capnograph and k-laser. We pride ourselves on giving the best care to our patients, and the whole team strongly believe in doing the best by our patients and clients.

Only 7 miles from the Portsmouth Coastline, the clinic sits amongst a busy high street of pubs, restaurants and various entertainment establishments.

All staff at the clinic are welcome and encouraged to bring forward new ideas for improvement and clinical input into cases. Relevant CPD is encouraged, with an allowance of up to three days and 550 (pro-rata for part time hours). Someone who holds their ISFM feline nursing or behaviour certificate, or a keen interest in completing this, is desirable.

Working hours



This is a full time position, working 40 hours a week Monday - Friday (8am - 7pm) and 1:4 Saturday (8am - 12pm).

What we are looking for

Our ideal candidate must have a passion for cats, always working with a cat-friendly approach; must always strive to give the best possible care, be professional, kind and motivated to work as part of the team, as well as on their own initiative.

Ideally, you will have a minimum of three years' experience, though we are happy to consider a more recent graduate.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays


WellbeingEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support


Development550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme


Professional membershipsVDS cover RCVS fees


AdditionalPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer * Discounted staff pet care