Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Hailsham is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their supportive team. The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, with a variety of responsibilities including consultations and surgical nursing. Candidates should be passionate, qualified nurses with a commitment to teamwork and quality care. A competitive salary, work-life balance, and development opportunities are provided, making this an ideal role for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

£500 CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Passionate about patient care with strong communication skills.
• Experience in nursing consultations, surgical and theatre nursing.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nurse consultations and clinics.
• Perform surgical and theatre nursing tasks.
• Provide inpatient and diagnostic care.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Surgical nursing

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE

Hours: 30–40 hours per week, with 1:7 Saturday mornings (until 12:30pm)

Location: Hailsham, East Sussex

Join Us!

We have a rare opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our experienced, friendly, and supportive nursing team at Highcroft Vets in Hailsham.

If you’re passionate about patient care, enjoy variety in your role, and value being part of a close-knit team that truly listens and supports one another — we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

This is a hands-on, first opinion nursing position offering a great balance of responsibilities and opportunities to use your full skill set. Shifts are varied to keep your day interesting and include:

• Nurse consultations and clinics
• Surgical and theatre nursing
• Dispensary and laboratory work
• Inpatient and diagnostic care

We believe in ensuring our nurses are empowered to use their training to the fullest, assisting our vets in surgery, dentals, and all aspects of patient care.

Rota

Working between 30–40 hours per week , with1:7 Saturday mornings (clinic until 12:30pm), & no out-of-hours. Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career, we can consider flexible working hours and part time hours for this role.

Why Work at Highcroft Vets?

Highcroft Vets is a well-established, two-branch practice providing a balance of medical, surgical, and preventative care.

Our main practice in Hailsham handles consultations, surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care, featuring:

A large, well-equipped clinical area, dedicated theatre, radiology, and dental suites, in-house laboratory, spacious kennels and cattery, a fenced garden area for patient exercise and enrichment

Our Polegate branch focuses on wellbeing, hosting vaccination and nurse clinics alongside Wellness Screenings. Both our vets and nurses rotate between sites, offering a great mix of cases and collaboration.

Our Team & Culture

At Highcroft, teamwork is everything. We’re proud of our open communication, mutual support, and shared successes. Everyone has a voice — whether it’s through our monthly nurse meetings, quarterly practice meetings, or regular 1-to-1s.

We also celebrate achievements big and small through our weekly newsletter, staff shout-out board, and the occasional social event to unwind together.

If you’re looking for a role where your contribution is valued, your ideas are heard, and your professional growth is encouraged, you’ll fit right in at Highcroft.

Ready to join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and shares your passion for patient care?

Apply today and discover what makes Highcroft Vets in Hailsham such a special place to work.

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

Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

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

£500 CPD allowance with 3 days 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

Highcroft Veterinary Group, Hailsham

25 London Road, Hailsham, Hailsham, BN27 3BN, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.