At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team in delivering exceptional care to pets and their owners.
- Company: Melton Vets, a friendly and collaborative small animal practice.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, health cash plan, and staff pet care discounts.
- Other info: Join a supportive team culture committed to inclusion and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in pet wellness while growing your veterinary career.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29000 £ per year.
Location: Melton, Woodbridge
Contract: Part Time / Full Time
Practice Type: First opinion
Competitive Salary: £42,000 (DOE) (FTE)
Hours: 40 hours weekly
Rota: Full time role covering 8am-7pm (part time considered). Work across 4 or 5 day week.
Leading a team of 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses.
About the role
As a Veterinary Nurse, you will be at the heart of promoting pet wellness, monitoring patients' health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to owners.
Key responsibilities and qualities
- Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to patients and owners each day.
- Support the outcome of patient care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
- Ensure quality is maintained by keeping the practice in excellent condition and delivering the best possible outcomes.
- Learn, develop and grow with ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Contribute to creating a positive environment, fostering a friendly and supportive team culture.
- Communicate with confidence, using exceptional written and verbal skills to build strong relationships.
Benefits
- RCVS fees paid in full
- Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
- Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
- Up to 33 days holiday (option to buy/sell)
- Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
- Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications
Life at Melton Vets
Melton Vets is a small animal practice with a passionate team of vets, nurses, PCAs and receptionists. We pride ourselves on a friendly and collaborative environment where everyone is supported in providing the best possible care. We value honesty, fairness and loyalty, and we foster a fun team culture.
Commitment to inclusion
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace and provide wellbeing support including line‑manager check‑ins, Wellbeing Champions, and personal mentors.
Head Veterinary Nurse in Woodbridge employer: Southdown Veterinary Group
Melton Vets is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing of both its staff and patients, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With generous benefits such as a competitive salary, extensive training opportunities, and a commitment to employee growth, you will thrive in a culture that values honesty, fairness, and teamwork. Join us in Melton, where you can make a meaningful impact on pet wellness while enjoying a fulfilling career path.
Contact Details:
Southdown Veterinary Group Recruitment Team
