Registered Veterinary Nurse | Littlehampton, West Sussex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly, supportive and well-established independent small animal practice in the Littlehampton area of West Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a progressive veterinary team where nurses are encouraged to utilise their skills to their full potential while enjoying an excellent work-life balance within a modern, well-equipped practice.

Offering no out-of-hours, no Sundays or Bank Holidays, flexible working options and genuine opportunities for professional development, this role would suit an enthusiastic RVN looking to further their career within a supportive and growing independent veterinary group.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £34,500 depending on experience and hours worked.
• Full or part-time applications considered.
• Full-time rota of 5 days per week.
• 1 in 4 Saturday rota.
• No Sundays.
• No Bank Holiday working.
• No out-of-hours or on-call commitments.
• Up to six weeks annual leave.
• Modern, purpose-built small animal practice.
• Excellent CPD support and career development.
• Independent veterinary group with an excellent reputation.

The Practice

This modern first opinion small animal practice forms part of a long-established independent veterinary group that has been delivering high-quality veterinary care for over fifteen years. The group has continued to grow while remaining proudly independent, investing heavily in its people, practices and equipment rather than focusing solely on corporate growth.

The practice has built an excellent reputation within the local community for providing outstanding clinical care alongside exceptional client service. Team wellbeing is genuinely prioritised, with flexible rotas, supportive management and an environment where every member of the team is encouraged to contribute, develop and enjoy a rewarding career.

Continuous investment ensures the practice remains equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical facilities, enabling the clinical team to deliver high standards of first opinion veterinary care. The practice also benefits from visiting peripatetic clinicians, allowing patients to receive more advanced procedures within familiar surroundings while giving the team valuable opportunities to broaden their clinical knowledge.

Registered Veterinary Nurses are encouraged to work to the top of their qualification, taking an active role across theatre, inpatient care, diagnostics, laboratory work, nurse consultations and client education.

Facilities Include

• Digital radiography.
• Ultrasonography.
• IDEXX integrated in-house laboratory.
• Dedicated surgical theatre.
• Modern consulting rooms.
• Purpose-built inpatient facilities.
• Facilities supporting visiting referral clinicians.

The Location

Situated in the Littlehampton area on the beautiful West Sussex coastline, this practice offers an enviable working location just a short distance from the beach. The coast provides the perfect setting for lunchtime walks and an excellent work-life balance, while nearby towns, countryside and the South Downs National Park offer an abundance of outdoor activities.

Excellent transport links provide easy access to Worthing, Chichester, Brighton and the surrounding areas, making this an ideal location for those looking to combine a rewarding veterinary career with coastal living.

The Role

Applications are welcomed from both full and part-time Registered Veterinary Nurses.

The full-time rota consists of a five-day working week together with participation in a shared 1 in 4 Saturday rota. There are no Sunday, Bank Holiday or out-of-hours commitments, allowing colleagues to enjoy an excellent work-life balance.

This varied nursing position offers the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of first opinion practice including theatre nursing, anaesthesia, inpatient care, diagnostics, laboratory work, surgical assistance and nurse consultations. Nurses are encouraged to utilise their full range of clinical skills while working closely alongside an experienced and supportive veterinary team.

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

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with excellent communication and client care skills together with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional patient care.

You’ll enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, take pride in maintaining high clinical standards and be keen to contribute to the continued success of a growing independent practice. Whether you’re looking to further develop your existing nursing skills or simply join a friendly and supportive team, this role offers an excellent long-term opportunity.

Benefits

• Salary up to £34,500 depending on experience and hours worked.
• Full or part-time opportunities available.
• Five-day working week (full-time).
• 1 in 4 Saturday rota.
• No Sundays.
• No Bank Holiday working.
• No out-of-hours or on-call commitments.
• Up to six weeks annual leave.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• RCVS fees paid.
• VDS membership paid.
• Loyalty bonus scheme.
• Staff recruitment reward scheme.
• Staff pets treated at cost.
• 25–35% colleague discount across selected pet care products.
• Modern, well-equipped practice.
• Excellent opportunities for long-term career progression within a growing independent veterinary group.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive independent practice where teamwork, clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing are genuinely prioritised. Whether you’re looking to develop your clinical skills, become part of a supportive team or enjoy a fantastic work-life balance within a modern coastal practice, this position offers an outstanding next step in your veterinary nursing career.

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