The Role

The perfect position for a registered veterinary nurse looking to progress in surgical nursing! This includes a varied caseload including orthopaedics, neurosurgery, soft tissue and cardiac surgical intervention, allowing the chance to improve your anaesthesia and surgical skills. If your passion lies in one particular department, we can offer the opportunity to progress in doing what you love! This rewarding position includes working alongside a team of anaesthetists, whose passion for teaching veterinary nurses will include involvement in local blocks, arterial and jugular catheter placement. Competitive salary and the chance to develop new skills through the advanced nursing diploma, VTS and certificates.

Salary : Up to £31,500 depending on experience.

About Us

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists is a multidisciplinary referral centre currently undergoing extensive expansion and improvement of the facilities. The practice is located in the South of England close to the New Forest National Park and South Coast offering easy access to a multitude of outdoor activities. Bournemouth beach has just been voted number one beach in the UK by TripAdvisor and is a 20-minute drive from the practice. The area offers good access to regional and international airports and has excellent road and rail links to London. We have can offer a great work-life balance, great teamwork, and a happy family friendly working environment.

Applicant Requirements

Extensive knowledge of all aspects of surgical and anaesthesia nursing, protocols and procedures to ensure the highest standard of care within the surgery department.

  • RCVS veterinary nursing qualification
  • Diploma in Advanced Nursing and/or Higher Degree (desirable)
  • Certificates in further nursing (desirable)
  • Benefits – Subject to Pro Rata:

  • Increasing holiday based on length of service
  • CPD paid days and allowance
  • L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Birthday leave
  • RCVS Membership paid
  • VDS cover
  • Discounted veterinary fees
  • Various discounts including retail & gym memberships
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Service-related company sick pay
  • Initiatives focussed on employee wellbeing
  • Relocation packages
  • Career progression opportunities
  • As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.