Veterinary Nurse / Experienced Student Veterinary Nurse | Crowborough, East Sussex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse or experienced Student Veterinary Nurse to join a brand-new independent small animal practice opening in the Crowborough area of East Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a brand-new clinical team from day one, helping establish a modern practice within the local community while working alongside an experienced and supportive veterinary group.

Offering excellent facilities, no out-of-hours commitments, a genuine focus on work-life balance and outstanding opportunities for professional development, this role is ideal for an RVN or experienced SVN looking to play a key role in the launch and ongoing success of an exciting new practice.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £34,500 depending on experience and hours worked.
• Registered Veterinary Nurse or experienced Student Veterinary Nurse considered.
• Full or part-time applications welcomed.
• Full-time rota of 5 days per week.
• Every other Saturday morning.
• No Sundays.
• No Bank Holiday working.
• No out-of-hours or on-call commitments.
• Brand-new purpose-built practice opening this autumn.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.
• Independent veterinary group with an excellent reputation.

The Practice

This exciting opportunity offers the chance to join a brand-new purpose-built small animal practice as part of an established independent veterinary group that has been delivering exceptional veterinary care for more than fifteen years. Remaining proudly independent throughout its growth, the group has built an excellent reputation by continually investing in its people, practices and facilities while maintaining a genuine family-owned culture.

Joining the practice from its opening provides a unique opportunity to help shape the development of a brand-new clinic, establish lasting client relationships and become an integral member of a close-knit clinical team from the very beginning.

The practice has been designed to provide a modern, welcoming environment for both clients and colleagues, with high-quality equipment and facilities enabling the team to deliver excellent first opinion veterinary care from day one. Dedicated surgical facilities also support visiting specialist surgeons, allowing a broader range of procedures to be performed within the practice while providing valuable learning opportunities for the clinical team.

Registered Veterinary Nurses are encouraged to utilise their skills to the fullest, taking an active role across theatre, inpatient care, diagnostics, nurse consultations and client education while working closely alongside experienced Veterinary Surgeons and support staff.

Located adjacent to an established pet care retailer and grooming salon, the practice also benefits from excellent visibility and footfall, helping support the continued growth of the client base.

Facilities Include

• Brand-new purpose-built veterinary practice.
• Digital radiography.
• Ultrasonography.
• IDEXX integrated in-house laboratory.
• Dedicated surgical theatre.
• Modern consulting rooms.
• Purpose-built inpatient facilities.
• Facilities supporting visiting specialist surgeons.

The Location

Located in the Crowborough area of East Sussex, the practice enjoys an excellent position within a thriving local community surrounded by the beautiful High Weald National Landscape. The area offers an outstanding balance of countryside living with convenient access to Tunbridge Wells, Brighton, Gatwick Airport and Central London via excellent road and rail connections.

With an abundance of walking routes, outdoor activities and attractive villages nearby, Crowborough provides an excellent quality of life while remaining well connected to the wider South East.

The Role

Applications are welcomed from Registered Veterinary Nurses and experienced Student Veterinary Nurses looking to continue developing within a supportive independent practice.

Both full and part-time opportunities are available. Full-time colleagues work a five-day week together with participation in an every other Saturday morning rota. There are no Sunday, Bank Holiday or out-of-hours commitments, allowing an excellent work-life balance.

This varied nursing role offers involvement across all aspects of first opinion practice including theatre nursing, anaesthesia, inpatient care, diagnostics, laboratory work, surgical assistance and nurse consultations. As a founding member of the practice team, you’ll have the opportunity to help establish clinical standards, build strong client relationships and contribute towards the continued success and growth of the new surgery.

Professional development is actively encouraged, with generous CPD funding and ongoing support available to help nurses continue progressing throughout their careers.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be either a Registered Veterinary Nurse or an experienced Student Veterinary Nurse approaching qualification, with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding patient and client care.

You’ll enjoy working collaboratively within a supportive team, be enthusiastic about helping establish a new practice and take pride in delivering high clinical standards. This opportunity would particularly suit someone excited by the prospect of helping build a new practice while enjoying excellent support, modern facilities and genuine long-term career development.

Benefits

• Salary up to £34,500 depending on experience and hours worked.
• Registered Veterinary Nurse or experienced Student Veterinary Nurse applications welcomed.
• Full or part-time opportunities available.
• Five-day working week (full-time).
• Every other Saturday morning.
• No Sundays.
• No Bank Holiday working.
• No out-of-hours or on-call commitments.
• Up to six weeks annual leave.
• Generous CPD allowance and support.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• Loyalty bonus scheme.
• Staff recruitment reward scheme.
• Staff pets treated at cost.
• 25–35% colleague discount across selected pet care products.
• Brand-new, purpose-built veterinary practice.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing independent veterinary group.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a brand-new practice where you’ll have the chance to help shape its future from the very beginning. Whether you’re an experienced RVN looking for a fresh challenge or an experienced Student Veterinary Nurse preparing to qualify, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, modern and forward-thinking independent practice.