Senior Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Cambridgeshire seeks a Senior Veterinary Nurse committed to high-quality care. Enjoy a balanced work schedule, supportive team, and opportunities for professional development. Join a culture that values your input and wellbeing.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience across all areas of nursing.
• Confident in theatre, inpatient care, and nurse consults.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent clinical standards and client care.
• Blend of theatre work, inpatient care, and nurse consultations.
• Support and develop the nursing team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

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 day-to-day duties will include a blend of theatre work, inpatient care, and nurse consultations. You’ll also help support and develop the nursing team around you, with plenty of scope to make the role your own.

We’re proud of our positive, welcoming culture and want someone who’s proactive, confident, and eager to contribute to the wider team.

Work Schedule

35 hours per weekacross 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 and growing client base. You’ll be joining a supportive team of Vets, Nurses, and Receptionists who genuinely enjoy working together. We’re part of the wider Lake View Veterinary Group, with four sites in total and a strong ethos of collaboration across our teams.

Our focus is always on high-quality, first opinion care - delivered with warmth, compassion, and professionalism.

What We’re Looking For

A qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience across all areas of nursing

Someone confident in theatre, inpatient care, and nurse consults

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?

You’ll be joining a group that understands the importance of work-life balance and team wellbeing. We’re committed to creating a culture where our nurses feel supported, valued, and proud of the care they deliver.

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary up to £27,050 DOE, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

*6.6 weeks annual leave

*Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

*Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Private Medical Insurance

*Cycle to Work scheme

*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

*Non-accidental injury support

Development

*£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata

*Certificate Support

*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Additional

*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

*Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

*Discounted staff pet care

Up to £27,050 DOE