Job Opportunity: Senior Veterinary Nurse
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Are you an experienced RVN ready to take the next step? Looking for a practice where your ideas and input are valued? We're searching for a Senior Veterinary Nurse to join the dedicated team at Adelaide Veterinary Centre in Sandy - part of the friendly Lake View Veterinary Group.
You'll enjoy a healthy work/life balance, excellent support, and a varied caseload, all within a practice that puts patients, clients, and people first.
Role Details
As our new Senior RVN, you'll play a key role in delivering excellent clinical standards and client care. Your responsibilities will include theatre work, inpatient care, and nurse consultations. You'll also support and develop the nursing team, with scope to make the role your own.
We pride ourselves on our positive, welcoming culture and seek someone proactive, confident, and eager to contribute to the team.
Work Schedule
35 hours per week across four weekdays and a shared Saturday rota.
Typical rota:
* Monday: 8:30am-7:00pm
* Tuesday: 8:30am-7:00pm
* Wednesday: 8:30am-12:30pm
* Friday: 8:30am-7:00pm
* 1 in 4 Saturdays: 8:30am-12:00pm
No OOH or Sundays—your free time stays yours!
About the Practice
Adelaide Vets is a small, high street branch with a loyal, growing client base. You'll join a supportive team of Vets, Nurses, and Receptionists who enjoy working together. As part of Lake View Veterinary Group, with four sites, we foster collaboration across teams.
Our focus is on high-quality, first opinion care delivered with warmth, compassion, and professionalism.
What We're Looking For
* A qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience in all nursing areas
* Confidence in theatre, inpatient care, and nurse consultations
* A proactive, self-motivated team player who thrives in a supportive environment
* Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for patient and client care
Why Join Us?
Join a group that values work-life balance and team wellbeing. We are committed to supporting and valuing our nurses and the care they provide.
Our People Matter
We recognize our team as vital to our success. We invest in our people, premises, and processes. Benefits include a competitive salary up to £27,050 DOE, and:
Work-Life Balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave
* Holiday allowance increases with service
* Paid day off for your birthday
Wellbeing
* Enhanced family-friendly policies
* Private Medical Insurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
Development
* £550 CPD allowance plus paid hours
* Certificate support and learning opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon
* Research funding opportunities
Professional Memberships & Additional Benefits
* VDS cover, RCVS fees
* Pawsome Benefits discount platform
* Staff pet care discounts
* Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer)
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