Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC (16m Maternity Cover) - Dorset


Company:	Purosearch
Salary:	£28,000 to £35,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	DORSET
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	7 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Fixed-Term Contract (16-Month Maternity Cover)

Dorset | Full-Time | Up to £35,000 per annum

Key Highlights

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Up to £35,000 per annum

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16-month fixed-term contract

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No out-of-hours or bank holiday work

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RCVS-accredited practice with CT scanner

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Supportive team in a stunning coastal location

An excellent opportunity has become available for a

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a friendly,

RCVS-accredited small animal practice in Dorset on a

16-month maternity cover contract.

Working 38 hours per week, the successful candidate will enjoy a varied role across nurse clinics, theatre, inpatient care and reception, alongside a supportive and experienced veterinary team. The rota includes

1 in 4 Saturday mornings (8:00am–1:00pm), with

no out-of-hours or bank holiday work, providing an excellent work-life balance.

The modern practice is fully equipped with advanced facilities, including an

in-house CT scanner, and is ideally located just minutes from the beach, offering easy access to the Jurassic Coast and beautiful Dorset countryside.

Professional development is actively encouraged, with a

£600 CPD allowance and funding available for further qualifications and certificates.

Benefits

• 6 weeks' annual leave including bank holidays

• £600 CPD allowance

• Funded certificates and career progression

• Health Cash Plan

• Paid VDS membership

• Employee discounts and online shopping scheme

• Friendly, collaborative team culture

This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN looking to join a welcoming practice that offers modern facilities, genuine team support and an outstanding coastal lifestyle.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email

m.pinder@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at

WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

To view all our vacancies, please visit

https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-59128

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