Registered Veterinary Nurse
Near Banbury Salary: £32,000 – £38,000 DOE Full-Time | 4-Day Week | OOH Rota | Growing Practice
Role Highlights
Award‑winning, independently owned and nurse‑led small animal practice this practice empowers RVN's to be their best, with professional development championed. Located in a large, brand new, modern clinic designed for future growth. Varied role combining day nursing with a structured out‑of‑hours rota. Excellent CPD package, private medical insurance and genuine career progression.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding role combining first‑opinion day nursing with participation in the practice’s own out‑of‑hours service, which provides emergency care for three local practices.
You will be involved in all aspects of clinical nursing, including:
* Anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
* Inpatient and emergency care
* Nurse consultations and preventative healthcare
* Laboratory diagnostics and imaging support
* Orthopaedic and advanced surgical cases
* Client communication and education
* Supporting the delivery of high clinical standards across the hospital
The out‑of‑hours commitment is structured and balanced, typically involving a 5–7 day block with equivalent time off in lieu the following week. Full rota details will be discussed during the interview process.
Hours & Work Pattern
* Full‑time permanent position
* 4‑day working week 40 hours
* Participation in a shared OOH rota roughly 1 in every 6 weeks (exact rota TBC)
* OOH blocks include 5–7 nights with the days in lieu the following week.
This role offers excellent continuity of care while maintaining a sustainable work‑life balance.
The Practice & Team
The practice offers a broad and interesting caseload, including:
* Routine first‑opinion medicine and surgery
* Dentistry
* In‑house orthopaedics
* Ultrasound
* Preventative healthcare
* End‑of‑life care
* Video consultations
Facilities and features include:
* Modern purpose‑built clinical environment
* Advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment
* Busy and loyal client base
* Strong long‑term vision for growth and development
The team consists of:
* 5 Veterinary Surgeons
* 7 Registered Veterinary Nurses
* 2 Veterinary Care Assistants
Salary & Benefits
* Salary £32,000 – £38,000 DOE
* £750 CPD allowance plus 4 days CPD leave
* Private medical insurance
* Statutory pension scheme
* 4‑day working week
* Structured OOH rota with generous time off in lieu
* Regular team socials
* Award‑winning and supportive team culture
* Excellent long‑term career progression opportunities
About You
* RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
* Team‑focused and collaborative
* Confident in general nursing and anaesthesia
* Passionate about patient care and client communication
* Comfortable participating in an OOH rota
* Keen to contribute to an ambitious and growing practice
Apply Now
For more information or a confidential discussion:
01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com
£250 referral bonus available (T&Cs apply)
Ref: JOB-58205
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