Veterinary Nurse

Dogs Trust; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Dogs Trust in Salisbury is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our Veterinary Team at the rehoming centre. This is a 22.5-hour-per-week role offering an excellent work–life balance.

You will work closely with the centre team to deliver high-standard veterinary care, assist with routine procedures, post-surgery care, and coordinate with local veterinary services as needed.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with caring approach to dogs and people.
• Ability to follow veterinary protocols and provide patient care.

Responsibilities

• work closely with the rehoming centre team to provide veterinary care and welfare for dogs.
• assist with routine veterinary care, maintain clinical protocols, assist transfers to/from local veterinary surgery and provide post-surgery care.
• be a point of contact for veterinary assistance and help train staff when appropriate.

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Veterinary Nurse (22.5 hours per week)

Are you a Vet Nurse who is passionate about animal welfare, loves dogs and is looking for an excellent work life balance?

We are seeking a registered Vet Nurse to join the Veterinary Team based in our rehoming centre.

What does this role do?

As Vet Nurse, you will:

• work closely with the Dogs Trust rehoming centre team to help provide excellent veterinary care and welfare to our dogs,
• be involved with routine veterinary care, maintaining clinical protocols, assisting with the transfer of dogs to/from the local veterinary surgery and providing post-surgery care,
• be a point of contact regarding veterinary assistance for the centre team, helping to ensure that protocols are adhered to by providing informal, occasional training to staff.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role you will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with an appreciation of handling dogs in accordance with Dogs Trust guidelines, using positive reinforcement techniques. Experience of working in a rehoming/charity establishment would be desirable, but a full induction is provided. You will be able to show empathy and understanding towards both dogs and people and be committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care and customer service. You will also need a full, clean UK driving licence.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 9 November at Salisbury Rehoming Centre.

What does this team do?

Our rehoming centres house thousands of dogs each year until they are able to find a loving new home, and the success of our centres wouldn't be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers; there is a real family-community within each of our centres. Come rain or shine, our team are out in all weathers to make sure the dogs have the best possible life. Dealing with thousands of visitors each month, our rehoming centres are the face of Dogs Trust and we pride ourselves on our staff providing the very best in customer service.

About Dogs Trust

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Feel free to send us an email at [e-mail]. We're here to support you every step of the way.