Equine Veterinary Nurse - Nights

IVC Evidensia Group; Ashington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

CPD allowance £550

Job summary

Sussex Equine Hospital is seeking an Equine Veterinary Nurse to join our night team. You will work 30 hours per week across a 3-night rota, providing high-quality nursing care in a 24-hour hospital setting.

You will collaborate with 25 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Veterinary Nurses, and 30 support staff, delivering compassionate client experiences and maintaining clinical standards within a BEVA-approved equine centre.

Qualifications

• RCVS registration is required.
• Experience in clinical veterinary nursing and surgical nursing growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour inpatient care for hospital patients overnight.
• Monitor medications and support emergency surgeries when needed.
• Carry out general nursing duties to ensure smooth overnight operations.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain high clinical standards and patient care.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing

Night shift experience

Client communication

Job description

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 Nurse to join our team at Sussex Equine Hospital covering a night shift pattern across 3 days per week.

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 Equine Surgery specialists, two Internal Medicine specialists, and two Diplomates in Equine Reproduction. In the night nurse role, you will work alongside our veterinary intern and on‑call surgeon, helping to provide 24-hour care to our hospital inpatients.

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 get involved in charitable initiatives, with our team leading fundraising 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 the 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

• 30 hours per week
• 3 days per week on a rota, working 8 pm - 7 am with a 1-hour lunch break

General Responsibilities

• Helping our team provide 24-hour inpatient care to hospital patients
• Monitoring medications
• Supporting emergency surgeries
• Carrying out general nursing duties to ensure the smooth running of the practice overnight

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

• 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
• A motivation to work night shifts and provide high-quality care

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.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £22,499 DOE