Lecturer in Veterinary Nursing in Lewes

• Hours: 18.75 hours per week (2.5 days a week)
• Contact Email: recruitment@plumpton.ac.uk

Description

Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse with a passion for shaping the next generation of veterinary professionals? Do you want to share your expertise in a supportive and inspiring teaching environment?

Plumpton College is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lecturer in Veterinary Nursing to join our Veterinary Nursing and Canine Therapies team on a maternity cover basis.

• Inspire and educate the veterinary nurses of the future.
• Share your industry knowledge in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
• Benefit from ongoing CPD and professional support to develop your teaching practice.
• Work in a beautiful countryside campus with excellent facilities.

What we’re looking for

Teaching experience is desirable, but not essential—we welcome applications from skilled veterinary nurses looking to make the move into education.

Teaching experience is desirable, but not essential—we welcome applications from skilled veterinary nurses looking to make the move into education.

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with:

• A relevant degree and professional qualification (RVN essential).
• A teaching qualification.
• A passion for education and the ability to inspire students.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible, supportive approach and genuine enthusiasm for student success.

At Plumpton College, we live our values—Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, and Supportive—in everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive, develop, and feel valued.

We offer a competitive salary and generous annual leave of up to 37 days (pro rata), plus bank holidays and up to five efficiency days at Christmas. All employees are eligible for membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme and benefit from a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development.

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. We have signed the Menopause Pledge, are a Disability Confident Committed employer, and offer a structured induction and supported six-month probationary period. Our coaching culture, supported by in-house Level 5 trained coaches, ensures ongoing personal and professional growth.

Staff enjoy a range of additional benefits, including a TOTUM card for high street discounts, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, free onsite parking, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free eye tests, a cycle-to-work scheme, and access to the onsite gym.

We actively promote wellbeing and inclusion through regular networking events focused on menopause, LGBTQ+, men’s health, and bereavement, as well as well-attended EDI and Sustainability committees driving positive change. Employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Programme and can take part in staff social events at Christmas and in the summer.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career and inspire the veterinary professionals of the future.

Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.

Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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