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Registered Veterinary Nurse – East Sussex

Synergy Vets · United Kingdom

Veterinary nurseOn-siteFull-time£30,000–£33,000 per year

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Job description

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Our client, a well-established independent veterinary practice in East Sussex, is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative practice that prioritises patient care, client relationships and staff wellbeing. The role is primarily based at a welcoming branch practice, with occasional work across nearby sites, offering a varied caseload and access to modern equipment. The successful candidate will join an experienced team and have the opportunity to develop their skills in a supportive environment where clinical autonomy and professional growth are genuinely encouraged.

Responsibilities

  • Nurse consultations
  • Theatre and consultation support
  • Inpatient care
  • Patient admissions and discharges
  • Running in-house laboratory samples
  • Maintaining clinical workspaces
  • Supporting work experience students
  • Clinical coaching of Student Veterinary Nurses as the practice continues to develop its training programme
  • The full-time position consists of 37 hours per week, typically worked over four days, although alternative working patterns can be considered. The role also includes one in three Saturday mornings.

Requirements

  • RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
  • Previous nursing experience is desirable, although newly qualified RVNs are encouraged to apply
  • Confident supporting medical and surgical nursing
  • Excellent communication and client care skills
  • Well organised with the ability to manage your own workload
  • A positive team player with a commitment to delivering high standards of patient care
  • If you're looking for a role within an independent practice that genuinely values its team, supports professional development and promotes an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

  • Salary of £30,000–£33,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Full-time or part-time hours available
  • Flexible working patterns available
  • No out-of-hours responsibilities
  • Paid overtime where applicable
  • Four weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • £1,000 annual CPD allowance
  • Certificate support available
  • RCVS fees and VDS cover paid, plus one additional professional membership if requested
  • Company pension
  • Staff discount on pet care
  • Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay

Candidate fit notes

What to know before applying

High priority

The role has clear veterinary nursing or animal-care scope, with details candidates can compare against practice expectations.

Best fit if

  • on-site full-time candidates looking for veterinary nurse work
  • Candidates comparing rota, clinical scope, CPD, and practice setting

Check before applying

  • Check which requirements are mandatory versus preferred
  • Confirm rota, OOH/weekend expectations, CPD support, and whether professional fees are covered

Missing or unclear

  • Pay range is not clearly listed

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