Veterinary Nurse Dorset (Bournemouth Area)

A great opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly, supportive small animal practice on a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover basis in the Bournemouth area. This role offers a positive team culture, modern facilities and an excellent coastal location, ideal for nurses seeking flexibility and a supportive working environment.

Key Highlights

• Part-time maternity cover position.

• Fixed-term contract.

• Supportive, well-established practice with a strong team ethos.

• Modern facilities with ongoing investment.

• Excellent Dorset coastal location close to countryside and coast.

Key Details

• Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse.

• Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover.

• Location: Bournemouth area, Dorset Coast.

• Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week plus Saturdays on a rota basis.

• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.

The Practice

This RCVS-accredited small animal practice offers a welcoming and collaborative working environment, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, clinical standards and professional development. Significant investment has been made into both facilities and people, creating a modern and well-equipped setting where nurses are encouraged to utilise and develop their skills.

The location offers an excellent lifestyle balance, with easy access to the coast, nearby countryside and local towns.

The Role

This is a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse role on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. You will be based within a supportive nursing team, contributing to the day-to-day running of the practice and maintaining high standards of patient and client care.

Saturday working is included on a rota basis, supporting fair and balanced scheduling across the team.

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse with right to work in the UK.

• Passionate about veterinary nursing and delivering high-quality care.

• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

• Full, clean driving licence preferred.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• 6 weeks' paid holiday including bank holidays (pro rata).

• CPD allowance with ongoing training support.

• RCVS membership and one additional professional subscription paid.

• VDS cover.

• Company sick pay.

• Enhanced family leave policies.

• Discounted veterinary fees.

• Employee wellbeing support and engagement initiatives.

If you would like further information about this Registered Veterinary Nurse maternity cover role in the Bournemouth area of Dorset, 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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