Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal Hospital, Wiltshire

We are looking for an experienced, compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our incredible nursing team at our well-equipped and thriving small animal hospital in Wiltshire. You will work alongside a supportive group of colleagues and enjoy a large and varied caseload that offers true scope for professional growth.

This is a full-time role of

40 hours per week

, worked across alternating shifts of

1pm-9:30pm

and

8am-5pm

. Weekend duties follow a

1-in-7 rotation

, covering an 8-hour shift on both Saturday and Sunday, with

Monday and Tuesday off in lieu

.

What We're Looking For

Excellent communication skills, empathy, and a collaborative approach are essential. You will be working closely not only with your fellow nurses but also with the Lead Ward Nurse, Theatre Lead Nurses, and the Nursing Director who oversees and supports the nursing team. Building strong, positive relationships across all departments will be key to your success.

Your Role in Patient Care

Our nurses play an active part in shaping the care we deliver. Your professional opinion will be welcomed and valued throughout the patient journey.
We fully support Schedule 3 procedures and provide

both internal and external training

to help you continue developing your clinical skills within our modern, forward-thinking hospital environment.

Training, CPD & Professional Development

We offer a generous CPD budget and hold regular in-house training sessions to share knowledge across the team. Additional CPD--such as Schedule 3 courses or training that directly benefits the practice--is fully funded when required.

About Us

We are a

fiercely independent practice

, with Directors who work within the hospital and know every member of staff personally. With an RVN sitting on our board, the nursing voice is always represented at management level.

Our practice has a clear and supportive management structure that includes team leads, team managers, and Directors. You'll also receive

monthly 1:1 mentoring

to support your wellbeing and development, and we place a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We are proud to have:

A

Social Committee

, organising events and activities throughout the year A

Sustainability Committee

, helping us reduce our environmental impact A dedicated

Wellbeing Team

, focused on supporting mental health and workplace wellbeing
These groups help ensure our practice is not only a great place to work clinically, but also socially, ethically, and personally.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking to further develop their skills in a welcoming, progressive, and well-supported hospital environment, while helping us deliver the highest standard of patient care.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 29,000.00-31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Licence/Certification:

RCVS Registration (required)
Work Location: In person