We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our team at Swayne & Partners in Long Melford. With a proud history of providing exceptional veterinary care across Suffolk, Swayne & Partners is a trusted, community-focused practice where our teams build lasting relationships with clients, patients and each other. Our Long Melford branch offers a welcoming and supportive environment where every team member plays an important role in delivering outstanding first opinion care. We are now looking for a friendly and enthusiastic RVN to join our close-knit team and become part of a practice where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking for a varied first opinion nursing role within a supportive and experienced team. Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced nurse, we are more interested in your passion for patient care, your approach to teamwork and finding the right cultural fit.
Responsibilities
- Theatre nursing, surgical preparation and recovery
- Inpatient care and patient monitoring
- Nurse consultations and preventative healthcare
- Client education and supporting owners with their pets’ ongoing care
- General patient care and supporting the wider veterinary team
- Maintaining high standards across all areas of practice life
At Swayne & Partners, we believe everyone contributes to the team — no one is too senior to get involved in the day-to-day running of the practice.
Qualifications
We are looking for an RVN who is:
Required Skills
- Friendly, approachable and enjoys building relationships
- A strong team player who is happy to support colleagues
- Passionate about delivering excellent patient and client care
- Comfortable working in a true general practice environment
- Interested in nurse consultations and preventative healthcare
- Looking for a long-term role within a supportive team
Preferred Skills
You may be a newly qualified RVN looking for a supportive environment to develop your skills, or an experienced nurse looking for a practice where culture, teamwork and work-life balance are prioritised.
Pay range and compensation package
Full-time position – 40 hours per week
Flexible working pattern across 4 or 5 days
Practice opening hours: 8:00am – 7:00pm
Potential requirement to join a 1 in 6 Saturday rota at our Bury practice (to be confirmed)
Salary: £30,000 – £31,000 depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you are looking for a practice where you can make a real difference, feel valued as part of a team and enjoy the benefits of working within a supportive community environment, this could be the perfect opportunity. This is not just another nursing role — it is a chance to join a practice with a strong history, loyal clients and a team that genuinely supports one another.
For more information or an informal chat please contact Louise.
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