Locum Veterinary Nurse – Wimborne, Dorset

12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Salary from £34,000 Pro Rata – DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a well-established 5-branch small animal practice on the South Coast. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, ideal for a supportive and clinically driven nurse looking to take the next step in a leadership role.

Key Details:

• Full-time position – 40 hours per week

• 4- or 5-day week considered

• Shift times between 8am and 7pm Monday–Friday, Saturdays 8am–1pm

• No out-of-hours

• Floor-based role promoting clinical excellence

• Nurse rota coordination and management responsibilities

• Mentorship and support for junior nursing team members

• Admin/float time allocated within schedule

The Practice:
This RCVS-accredited small animal group operates across five well-integrated branches in the South Coast region. Each site collaborates closely with shared values, excellent clinical standards, and a strong community ethos. The successful candidate will join a supportive team of 12 RVNs, 3 Student Nurses, 3 Animal Care Assistants, and 6 Receptionists, alongside experienced veterinary surgeons and dedicated administrative staff.

What's On Offer:

• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays

• £600 annual CPD allowance

• CPD/training support encouraged

• RCVS fees and one additional professional membership paid

• VDS cover included

• Health Shield – contributions towards a wide range of health & wellbeing treatments (including dental, optical & massage)

• Enhanced parental and family leave policies

• Discounted veterinary treatment for personal pets

• Access to 'My Perks' – discounts, cashback and offers on retail, travel, entertainment and more

• Cycle to work scheme

• Company sick pay

• Annual pay reviews

• Regular colleague engagement surveys

• Career development and progression opportunities

• Emphasis on employee wellbeing

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified RVN with prior leadership or senior nurse experience

• Friendly, patient and supportive, with excellent communication skills

• Passionate about high standards of care and mentoring junior team members

• Confident in managing the nurse rota and team organisation

If you are a motivated RVN seeking a leadership role within a forward-thinking, collaborative practice, this could be the perfect opportunity. Apply now to find out more.

Must haves:

• RCVS Registered & Qualified or soon to be.
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Have excellent verbal / written communication skills

What happens next?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any pre-application questions or if this role is not quite right for you, please contact the VS Team (details below) to discuss your veterinary career aspirations further.

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