Veterinary Nurse or 3rd Year Student Veterinary Nurse Cornwall

An excellent opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse or an experienced 3rd Year Student Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly, well-established small animal practice in Helston, Cornwall. This role offers a supportive, close-knit team environment, strong encouragement for career development and the opportunity to pursue clinical interests within a progressive training practice.

Full or Part-Time | Up to £30,000 FTE | Permanent

Key Details

• Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse or 3rd Year Student Veterinary Nurse

• Location: Helston, Cornwall

• Hours: Full time or part time considered

• Out of Hours: None

• Weekend Rota: 1 in 2 Saturday mornings

• Contract: Permanent

The Practice

• Well-established small animal training practice

• RCVS-accredited

• ISFM Cat Friendly (Silver)

• Strong focus on mentoring, teaching and knowledge sharing

• Actively encourages nurses to pursue clinical interests

• Full support for Schedule 3 procedures and skills development

• Close-knit, friendly team with a collaborative culture

The Role

• Varied nursing role within a first-opinion small animal practice

• Opportunity to develop and advance clinical skills

• Supported involvement in Schedule 3 procedures

• Working alongside a small, supportive nursing and veterinary team

• Encouraged to shape the role around individual interests and strengths

What We're Looking For

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse or experienced 3rd Year Student Veterinary Nurse

• Enthusiastic and motivated approach to nursing

• Enjoys working within a close-knit team

• Passion for delivering high standards of patient care

• Keen to develop professionally and clinically

Location Highlights

• Based in Helston, Cornwall

• Close to Porthleven Harbour, Loe Pool and the Lizard Peninsula

• Ideal location for outdoor and coastal lifestyles

• Good transport links with access to Penzance and Falmouth

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £30,000 FTE per annum (DOE, pro rata)

• 6 weeks paid annual leave including bank holidays

• £600 CPD allowance per year

• CPD and training support

• RCVS membership paid

• One additional professional membership paid

• VDS cover

• Health and wellbeing cashback scheme

• Enhanced family leave policies

• Discounted veterinary fees

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Company sick pay

• Annual pay reviews

• Strong focus on wellbeing and career progression

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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