Independent – Veterinary Nurse Littlehampton, West Sussex

An excellent opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a genuinely independent, family-owned veterinary group at a well-established practice in Littlehampton. This role offers a supportive team environment, modern facilities and an outstanding coastal location, with a strong focus on work–life balance and staff wellbeing.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £33,500 FTE, depending on experience and hours.

• Full-time position with a structured and sustainable rota.

• Genuinely independent, family-owned practice with a people-first ethos.

• No on-call, no Sundays and no bank holiday working.

• Modern facilities in a desirable South Coast location, close to the beach.

Key Details

• Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex.

• Hours: Full-time, 5-day week.

• Weekend rota: 1 in 4 Saturdays.

• Salary: Up to £33,500 FTE, commensurate with experience and hours.

The Practice

This friendly and well-equipped practice is part of a long-established independent veterinary group that has chosen to remain family owned. There are no corporate targets, no restrictive ownership schemes and no hidden tie-ins. All income is reinvested back into staff and facilities, with regular refurbishments and ongoing investment.

Located on the South Coast, the practice benefits from a relaxed seaside setting, with the beach just a short walk away. Facilities include:

• Digital radiography.

• Ultrasonography.

• In-house integrated laboratory.

• Dedicated surgical facilities.

The team culture is built around mutual respect, flexibility and creating roles that work for individuals, helping to maintain long-term job satisfaction.

The Role

This is a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse position within a supportive nursing team. The rota has been designed to prioritise work–life balance, with no on-call duties, no Sunday working and no bank holidays.

This role would suit an RVN who values autonomy, clinical standards and working within an independent environment where staff are genuinely supported.

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse.

• Confident working in a small animal practice environment.

• Proactive, team-focused and client-centred.

• Values independence and a non-corporate culture.

• Keen to develop professionally with CPD support.

What's On Offer

• Salary up to £33,500 FTE, depending on experience and hours.

• Full-time role with a fair weekend rota.

• Up to six weeks' annual leave.

• Loyalty bonus scheme.

• Staff recruitment reward scheme.

• Generous CPD budget with encouragement to develop.

• RCVS and VDS fees paid.

• Staff pets treated at cost.

• Staff retail discounts.

If you would like further information about this Registered Veterinary Nurse role in Littlehampton, West Sussex, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.

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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