Registered Veterinary Nurse - Equine

Donnington Grove Veterinary Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join our expanding equine referral hospital in Newbury as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. You'll support veterinary surgeons in providing exceptional care across various cases, from racehorses to foals, with opportunities for training in equine nursing. Enjoy a variety of duties, competitive salary, and significant professional development while working with a dedicated team in a well-equipped practice.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Relocation allowance up to £2000

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for equine care.
• Experience in a veterinary or equine care setting preferred.
• Ability to maintain high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality inpatient care and manage patient admissions.
• Support diagnostic imaging procedures onsite and on the road.
• Assist in theatre with surgical procedures.

Skills

Passion for equine care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Our expanding equine referral hospital in Newbury, West Berkshire, is seeking a passionate, dedicated nurse to join our growing team. With a diverse caseload covering everything from racehorses to foals and competition horses, we’re looking for someone committed to delivering exceptional care in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

For those with a background in small animal nursing who are interested in a career shift, we’re excited to offer support and training to transition to equine nursing!

Pursue your ambitions at Donnington Grove

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Donnington Grove, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our veterinary surgeons both in the hospital and occasionally on the road assisting with diagnostic imaging. Our rolling rota includes a mix of inpatient care and theatre/surgical shifts, ensuring variety in your work.

Key responsibilities include:

*Delivering high-quality inpatient care, including administering medications, conducting clinical checks, wound management, and assisting in theatre.

*Managing patient admissions and discharges.

*Supporting diagnostic imaging procedures, both onsite and on the road.

This role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to contribute to exceptional patient care across a variety of settings.

Join a team you are proud to be a part of

Donnington Grove Veterinary Group is a large, well-equipped practice in Newbury, Berkshire, welcoming both first opinion and referral cases across surgery, MRI, CT, scintigraphy, and medical investigations. Our facility boasts a robust in-house laboratory, a range of mobile equipment, and support for ambulatory procedures. We’re open 7 days a week, year-round, ensuring both routine and emergency care for our patients.

Our team includes:

*33 Equine Vets across Hospital and Ambulatory divisions, with specialists in Surgery, Medicine, and Lameness

*15 Trainee and Qualified Nurses providing essential support

Newbury offers a great quality of life with excellent local amenities, reputable schools, and strong transport links to both London and the South Coast.

Who we're looking for...

We’re seeking a nurse with a genuine passion for equine care, ideally with some relevant experience. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to maintaining high clinical standards and delivering exceptional client care, thrive in a dynamic and collaborative team setting, and demonstrate outstanding communication skills to support both clients and colleagues.

Working hours

This is a full-time role, averaging 39 hours per week with rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Because our people matter

You will join a dedicated, supportive team in a unique setting with plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience and growth in equine nursing. You will enjoy a varied, engaging, and busy work environment, all while delivering essential care to our equine patients. In addition to this you will receive a competitive salary of up to £30,743pa DOE, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

* 6.6 weeks annual leave

* Relocation allowance up to £2000

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

* 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

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Up to £30,743 DOE