Registered Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal
Catmose Vets, Oakham
Full Time
Salary: Up to £31600 depending on experience

Are you a passionate and dedicated Veterinary Nurse looking for a fresh opportunity within a supportive and progressive team? Catmose Vets, Rutland’s only independent small animal veterinary practice, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our friendly, experienced, and community-minded team.

About the Role

We offer excellent state of the art facilities; our surgeons routinely perform advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures. We have separate dog and cat areas and are working towards being a gold standard cat and dog friendly practice.

We are committed to your professional development and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality veterinary services. Whether you’re assisting in complex surgeries, monitoring critical patients, or educating clients, your contribution will be valued every step of the way. We also empower our nurses to practice to the extent of their abilities and provide further training to perform schedule 3 procedures.

What’s on Offer?

• Full-time position: 43 hours including paid lunch a week
• Saturday mornings: 1 in 3 rota
• Out-of-hours care: Shared rota
• Location: Oakham, Rutland – enjoy the charm of country living with great transport links
• Purpose-built clinic: Modern facilities with advanced technology
• Independent practice: Real input, real impact

Our Team

You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team comprising three veterinary surgeons, three RVNs, two VCAs, two receptionists and a practice manager. We’re passionate about community engagement and regularly take part in local events like dog shows.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday
• Additional day off for your birthday

Professional Development

• £500 with paid CPD leave

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional Benefits

• Pension scheme: 5% employee / 3% employer
• Very generous discounted staff pet care

Join us at Catmose Vets and contribute to a culture of excellence while advancing your career in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Join Us!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career and want to be part of a team that values your growth and contributions, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Catmose Vets family – where your passion meets purpose.

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