Veterinary Nurse - Work/Life Balance!

Location Lancashire
Discipline: Veterinary Nurse
Salary: £24,750 to £26,390
Contact name: Debbie Loding

Contact email: debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk
Job ref: 1130
Published: 9 days ago

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Lancashire

Looking for a practice that truly values work–life balance, encourages clinical interests, and provides genuine support? This well-established small animal practice in Lancashire could be the perfect fit.

Since 1999, the team has proudly served the local community under the motto “where every paw matters.” With over 100 years of combined experience, the vets, nurses, and support staff have built a strong reputation for outstanding client and patient care – and they’re excited to welcome a new RVN to the team.

The current set-up includes 3 vets, 4 RVNs, a 4-person reception/client care team, and a Practice Manager (also an RVN). Team members bring a wealth of skills, from acupuncture to ECC, feline behaviour, and canine massage therapy. Collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and fun are at the heart of the practice, and with a second site currently in development, this is an exciting time to join.

The Role
The successful candidate will be confident with the full range of nursing duties, including consults, theatre, prep/ward, and lab work. Strong skills in anaesthetic monitoring and running nurse clinics will be particularly valued.

The working week is designed with balance in mind:

  • 35 hours per week

  • No out of hours or on call

  • 1:4 Saturdays, with a Friday off in lieu

  • Typical shifts include two full days (8:30 am – 6:30 pm), one slightly shorter day (8:30 am – 4:30 pm), and weekend cover as above

Salary: £24,750 – £26,390

Why Join This Team?

  • Purpose-built, state-of-the-art premises with fantastic facilities

  • A training practice for RVNs and vet students (UCLAN affiliated)

  • RCVS accredited to GP status, working towards Customer Care awards

  • Silver Cat Friendly, Silver Rabbit Friendly, and on track for Dog Friendly status

  • IiE Bronze award, working towards Silver

  • Beautiful location, close to Lancaster – between Morecambe Bay, the Lake District, and the Yorkshire Dales

Benefits (pro rata):

  • 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays

  • £600 CPD allowance per year

  • RCVS and VDS fees paid

  • Health Plan– contributions towards a wide range of wellbeing treatments

  • Discounted veterinary fees

  • Enhanced family leave and sickness pay

  • Career progression opportunities

  • Employee Perks

  • Free on-street parking

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, supportive practice in a thriving city surrounded by countryside and coast.