Registered Veterinary Nurse

Harbour (Drayton); Chichester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Chichester is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their dedicated team. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £33,500, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture. Candidates must hold a Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification. The role includes a 4-day workweek with potential for leadership progression within the company.

Benefits

Professional memberships funded

5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Performance bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification required.
• Experience in veterinary practices preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care for pets.
• Assist in diagnostic procedures and surgeries.
• Support pet owners with advice and education.

Skills

Client-focused care

Veterinary nursing

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Harbour Veterinary Group - Drayton is a warm, friendly veterinary practice located in the heart of Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. This bustling vet clinic has been caring for pets and their owners for many years and has established itself as a dependable provider of quality pet care services.

We are searching for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a team of highly dedicated and client-focused RVNs. This is a full-time position; a 4-day week (8.30am to 6.30pm), 1 in 9 Sundays and 1 in 8 Saturdays (shifts are variable) and 1 Bank holiday per year.

In return, we offer:

• Professional memberships funded
• Salary up to £33,500 DOE
• CPD and further studies encouraged - you are learning and clinical growth is important to us!
• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent), plus the option to purchase an additional two weeks leave per year with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme
• Long Service Holiday
• Workplace pension scheme
• Maternity, Adoption Pay, Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health first aiders available
• Performance bonus scheme
• Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
• Internal career progression and transfers available - with a network of over 500 practices

There are many opportunities and pathways for Nurses within our wider group! If you are looking to progress into leadership or management within a practice or perhaps something remote-based, we can support you. We have recently launched “CVS Nursing Career Pathway” with the aim of demonstrating clear career progression for nurses across first opinion, referral and equine practices.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.