Buttercross Veterinary Centre are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team in East Bridgford and branch site Cotgrave (Nottinghamshire).
This is maternity cover position, starting from December 2025 on a 3–9-month fixed term contract. The role is full time, working 40 hours per week over 4 days with 1 in 4 Saturday's 08:30-14:30. No on call or OOH, supporting a friendly team of 6 MRCVS registered vets, 7 RVN's, 2 SVN's and 1 Patient Care Assistant.
The role
Become a valued member of our dedicated team, where you'll play an essential role in delivering exceptional nursing care to a wide variety of patients. Working alongside our Vets during both surgical and medical procedures, you'll also provide vital support throughout each patient's recovery journey.
Your role will involve maintaining precise and up-to-date patient records, adhering to health and safety regulations, and contributing to the smooth operation of the practice through effective teamwork and clear client communication.
We're seeking a passionate, RCVS-registered veterinary nurse who is deeply committed to animal welfare. You should bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively, and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving and organisation. If you're looking to make a real difference in a supportive and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.
We know that benefits are key and that your personal benefits priorities will differ from others, so please see some of what we offer below:
Salary depending on experience
Generous annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks per year plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products
Employee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First Aiders
and lots more!
Or, if easier, you can find a full list by clicking here: CVS | What We Offer
Interested or ‘To apply'
For an informal chat about this role, or to arrange a visit to the practice for a warm welcome, please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist Grace on grace.wharmby@cvsvets.com.
To submit an online application, click ‘Apply Now', upload your CV, and we'll be in touch.
CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.
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