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Veterinary Nurse

Company:Purosearch
Salary:£30,000 to £37,000 a year
Hours:Full-time
Location:NEWMARKET
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Posting date:17 Aug 2026
Closing date:15 Oct 2026
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Summary

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Newmarket, Suffolk

Salary: From £30,000 + Weekend Overtime | Full-Time or Part-Time

Role Highlights

  • Full-time or part-time opportunity with flexible working options
  • Progressive small animal practice with strong emphasis on nurse utilisation
  • Excellent scope to develop clinical skills and nurse-led clinics
  • Support from a hospital with advanced facilities including CT imaging
  • Private healthcare and generous colleague discounts for up to five pets
  • Friendly and collaborative team environment
  • The Role

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a highly respected and progressive small animal practice near Newmarket.

    This role offers the chance to work within a supportive and experienced clinical team where RVNs are encouraged to play an active role in patient care planning, case management and preventative healthcare. Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed, making this an excellent opportunity for nurses seeking flexibility.

    You’ll enjoy a varied role encompassing consultations, theatre, inpatient care and nurse-led clinics, with access to advanced facilities and strong support for professional development.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Deliver high standards of nursing care across all areas of the practice
    • Assist veterinary surgeons during consultations, diagnostics and surgery
    • Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anaesthesia
    • Provide post-operative and inpatient nursing care
    • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
    • Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records
    • Run nurse-led clinics including:
      • Weight management
      • Wound checks
      • Post-operative appointments
      • Preventative healthcare consultations
      • Educate clients on nutrition, parasite control, vaccinations and general wellbeing
      • Maintain excellent hygiene and infection control standards
      • Working Pattern

        • Full-time or part-time considered
        • Shared weekend rota
        • Weekend overtime paid in addition to salary
        • The Practice

          This well-established and highly regarded practice has built an excellent reputation for delivering outstanding patient care and exceptional client service.

          The team is passionate about clinical excellence, community engagement and creating a supportive environment where veterinary nurses are empowered to use their skills to the fullest.

          Salary & Benefits

          • Salary from £30,000 depending on experience
          • Additional overtime paid for weekend rota
          • 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
          • Generous CPD allowance and certificate support
          • Private healthcare
          • Occupational health services
          • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
          • Occupational sick pay
          • Free eye test vouchers and contribution towards glasses
          • Colleague discounts for up to five registered pets
          • About You

            • RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
            • Compassionate and patient-focused approach
            • Strong interest in nurse-led clinics and preventative healthcare
            • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
            • Team player who enjoys working collaboratively
            • Committed to delivering exceptional standards of care
            • Apply Now

              To apply or arrange a confidential discussion, contact:

              Luke Stewart

              l.stewart@purovets.com

              01904 570056

              View more opportunities:

              Purovets Veterinary Jobs

              £250 referral bonus available (T&Cs apply)

              Ref: JOB0-57648

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