Equine Veterinary Nurse - FTC

Sussex Equine Hospital Ltd; Pulborough; Sur place; GBP 24 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Birthday leave

Résumé du poste

Sussex Equine Hospital Ltd in Pulborough is seeking an enthusiastic Equine Veterinary Nurse for a part-time, fixed-term contract of around 12 months. You will join a welcoming team delivering high-quality nursing care to a range of equine patients and support clients' experiences.

The role involves inpatient care, medical records, collaboration with surgeons, and involvement in imaging and diagnostic procedures. 32 hours per week, varied shifts, weekend cover and on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS is required.
• Experience in clinical practice with nursing and surgery is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection and improvement.

Responsabilités

• Delivering high-quality inpatient care, including safe animal handling and nursing within specialist units.
• Maintaining medical records to professional, accurate, and compliant standards.
• Collaborating with veterinary surgeons and multidisciplinary teams.
• Supporting advanced diagnostic imaging procedures (MRI/CT).
• Assisting with diagnostic techniques (ultrasonography, gamma scintigraphy).
• Assisting clinicians during various surgical procedures (standing and anaesthetised).

Connaissances

Strong communication skills

Good organisational skills

Proactive learning

Formation

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Description du poste

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Equine Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Sussex Equine Hospital on a part-time basis. This is a fixed‑term contract expected to last around 12 months.

At Sussex Equine Hospital, you’ll be joining a welcoming and highly experienced team of 25 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Veterinary Nurses, and 30 dedicated support staff. Within the team, we’re proud to have four specialists in Equine Surgery, two specialists in Internal Medicine, and two Diplomates in Equine Reproduction. This breadth of expertise creates a supportive environment with excellent opportunities for hands‑on learning, professional development, and day‑to‑day collaboration.

Our purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art facilities include advanced on‑site laboratory services, enabling us to provide an exceptional standard of care to both our clients and their horses. We are also a BEVA‑approved centre for artificial insemination and stud services.

Alongside our clinical work, we value being part of the local community. We host biannual Open Days and enjoy getting involved in charitable initiatives, with fundraising led by our team in support of causes that matter to us.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As an Equine Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high‑quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• 32 hours per week
• Varied shifts between 7 am - 8 pm
• Weekend cover and on‑call as and when needed

General Responsibilities

• Delivering high‑quality inpatient care, including safe animal handling and nursing within specialist units
• Ensuring all medical records are maintained to a professional, accurate, and compliant standard
• Working collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and multidisciplinary specialist teams
• Supporting advanced diagnostic imaging procedures, including MRI and CT
• Assisting with a range of diagnostic techniques such as ultrasonography and gamma scintigraphy
• Providing support, including patient preparation, monitoring, and aftercare
• Assisting clinicians during a variety of surgical procedures involving both standing and anaesthetised patients

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject‑specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Up to £26,624 DOE