Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (Part Time Maternity Cover)

Job description

OverviewRegistered Veterinary Nurse for one year Maternity Cover

Are you an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a dynamic and supportive team? At Cliffe Vets, we're seeking a passionate individual to join our nursing team on a one year contract to cover maternity leave.

Responsibilities

Admit patients and assist with operations and procedures

Run nurse consults

Cover dispensary/reception as needed

About usOur team of 32 dedicated professionals includes veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses, and members of our client care team. We work closely together to provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients and support to their owners, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment across our branches.

Our practice is made up of one main site and two branch surgeries. Each branch is fully equipped for routine operations and offers nurse-led consultations, ensuring consistent, high-quality care across all locations. Diagnostic imaging is available at our main site, supporting a wide range of clinical services.

Working hoursThis part-time RVN position involves working 33 hours per week (3 x 10.5 hour days Monday, Wednesday & Friday).

The position also includes a 1 in 6 Saturday rota, for which time off in lieu is given the week following. An experienced candidate is preferred.

Why join usAt Cliffe, you'll enjoy variety in your role, the chance to build lasting client relationships and the support of a practice that genuinely values its team.

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

Work life balance

6.6 weeks annual leave pro rata

Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

Non-accidental injury support

Development

£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata

Certificate support

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Additional

Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers

Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

Discounted staff pet care

Up to £24,744 pa DOE

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lewes

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English