Registered Veterinary Nurse – Southampton, Hampshire

Full Time | £26,000–£30,000 DOE | 4-Day Week | 1 in 4 Weekends

Key Details:

• Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse

• Location: Southampton, Hampshire

• Hours: 39 hours per week

• Working Pattern: 4 × 9-hour days

• Weekends: 1 in 4

• Salary: £26,000–£30,000 DOE

• Contract: Permanent

The Area:

Southampton is a vibrant coastal city offering excellent transport links across the South Coast and into London. With the New Forest National Park nearby and easy access to beaches, countryside and city amenities, the area provides an excellent balance of lifestyle and career opportunity.

The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a well-established, modern small animal practice with a strong focus on clinical standards, teamwork and professional development.

You'll play an integral role in the day-to-day running of the practice, supporting consultations, inpatient care, theatre work and clinical governance. The role also supports the Head Nurse in maintaining efficiency, best practice standards and continuous improvement across the nursing team.

This is a full-time position, working 4 nine-hour days per week, with 1 in 4 weekends and duty nights on a rota basis.

What We're Looking For:

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse

• Confident across all aspects of small animal nursing

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• A proactive, team-focused approach

• Passion for delivering high standards of patient and client care

• Enthusiasm for learning and professional development

The Practice:

You'll be working in a purpose-built, modern practice with excellent facilities and a supportive, experienced team. The practice encourages CPD at all levels, with several team members currently working towards additional qualifications and certificates.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £30,000 DOE

• 4-day working week

• Profit share bonus scheme

• Enhanced maternity pay

• Income protection

• Compassionate leave

• Funded CPD

• Health & wellbeing support

• Retail and lifestyle discounts

• Overseas charity opportunities

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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