Registered Veterinary Nurse – Portsmouth, Hampshire

Full Time | £26,000–£30,000 DOE | 40 Hours | 1 in 4 Weekends

Key Details:

• Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Working Pattern: 4 x 9-hour shifts

• Weekends: 1 in 4

• Duty Nights: Included on rota

• Salary: £26,000–£30,000 DOE

• Contract: Permanent

The Area:

Portsmouth is a vibrant coastal city offering an excellent work–life balance, with easy access to beaches, green spaces and waterfront living. The area benefits from strong transport links to Southampton, Chichester and London, making it ideal for commuters while enjoying a seaside lifestyle.

The Role:

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a modern, well-equipped small animal practice with a varied caseload. You'll be able to utilise your nursing skills fully across inpatient care, theatre work, anaesthetic monitoring and nurse consultations.

The role includes participation in duty nights on a rota basis, with structured shifts and a supportive team environment that encourages professional development and clinical progression.

What We're Looking For:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse

• Confident, proactive and well-organised

• Strong all-round nursing skills

• Comfortable working across inpatient, theatre and consult duties

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Keen to engage in ongoing learning and CPD

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £30,000 DOE

• 20 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays

• Profit share bonus scheme

• Long service recognition

• Income protection

• Enhanced maternity pay

• Compassionate leave

• CPD allowance

• Health and wellbeing support

• Retail and lifestyle discounts

• Opportunities for overseas charity work

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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