Overview
Registered Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal role at Acorn Vets, part of IVC Evidensia, located in Brighton and Hove. The practice is a two-site small animal clinic offering a friendly, community-focused environment with modern facilities and good transport links to London and Gatwick. The role covers general practice nursing across inpatient care, anaesthesia, surgical assistance, and nurse consultations.
Acorn Vets prioritises team wellbeing and work-life balance, with a focus on delivering high standards of care to patients and clients. Your wellbeing and professional satisfaction are a top priority.
Responsibilities
* General practice nursing across inpatient care, anaesthesia, surgical assistance, and nurse consultations.
Working Hours
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, with 9-hour shifts (includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch break) between 8:00 AM and 6:30 PM, Monday to Friday. The role also includes participation in a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Part-time applications will be considered.
Benefits and Development
* 6.6 weeks annual leave
* Additional birthday holiday entitlement
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* Private Medical Insurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Discounted gym membership and wellbeing initiatives
* £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave
* Certificate support and learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon and research funding for Vets & Nurses
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
* VDS cover and RCVS fees
* Pawsome Benefits (discounts and cashback)
* Pension: 5% Employee / 3% Employer
Salary and Seniority
Salary range: up to £31,100 DOE. Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Part-time (and full-time considered).
Requirements
* Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with passion for patient care and client relationships.
* Team player who thrives in a busy practice and contributes to a positive, collaborative culture.
Additional information
Referral opportunities are available; job postings and alerts related to Veterinary Nurse roles may be shown for other locations.
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