Registered Veterinary Nurse

We’re excited to be opening a brand-new Vets for Pets practice in Horsham and are looking for a passionate, experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join us from day one.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping a new clinic, helping to build a supportive team culture and making a meaningful impact within a growing local community.

About Us:

As new practice owners and experienced veterinary surgeons, our vision is to build a supportive, collaborative, and high-quality clinical environment from day one.

• Elena, who brings strong first-opinion experience, excellent clinical skills, and a calm, supportive approach to team culture
• Andrei, who offers a broad range of clinical expertise, combined with a confident, patient-focused mindset and a genuine enthusiasm for collaborative working

Together, they are committed to creating a friendly, approachable, and high-performing practice where both colleagues and clients feel valued, and where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

The Practice:

Our brand-new clinic has been designed to deliver high-quality first opinion care from day one, with:

• Modern consult rooms
• Dedicated theatre
• Separate dog and cat wards
• Full range of essential diagnostic equipment

Everything has been carefully considered to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable patient care.

Location:

You’ll be based inside Pets at Home, East Street, Horsham, right in the heart of the town centre.

Horsham offers:

• A vibrant, bustling high street with shops, cafés, and restaurants
• A strong community feel with excellent footfall
• Easy access to local green spaces and countryside

The practice is easily accessible by car, train, or bus, with free on-site parking available for both staff and clients.

Why Horsham?

Horsham is widely regarded as one of the most desirable places to live in West Sussex, offering:

• A charming market town atmosphere (including the historic Carfax and weekly markets)
• Beautiful outdoor spaces such as Horsham Park and nearby countryside walks
• Easy access to the South Downs National Park
• Excellent transport links: 
  o    London Victoria – approx. 50 minutes by train
  o    Gatwick Airport – approx. 20 minutes by train
  o    Brighton – approx. 35 minutes by car

It’s a fantastic location for both work and lifestyle, with a welcoming, dog-friendly community.

The Role:

As an RVN in our new practice, you’ll play a key role in:

• Delivering excellent clinical care to patients
• Supporting the veterinary team across all aspects of practice
• Helping to build strong client relationships
• Contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture

This is a unique opportunity to help shape how the practice operates from the ground up.

Working Pattern:

We understand the importance of work–life balance and aim to offer flexibility where possible:

• Mix of early and late shifts
• Fairly shared weekend rota
• Flexibility to be agreed as part of building a new team

What We Offer:

• Salary up to £33,000 DOE
• No out-of-hours work
• Generous CPD budget to support your professional development
• Opportunity to shape and influence a brand-new practice
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Excellent work–life balance

Benefits:

• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home, and the Groom Room
• Access to exclusive discounts and cashback offers
• In-house career development and training opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a brand-new practice from the very beginning
• Help shape the culture and ways of working
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking team
• Work in a modern, well-equipped environment
• Enjoy a great location with excellent lifestyle benefits

If you’re a motivated RVN looking for an exciting new challenge and the chance to be part of something from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information about this vacancy, the practice, or our company, please contact Ryan from our Talent Acquisition team at covet@vets4pets.com for an informal and confidential chat.

Alternatively, you can submit your application directly, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!

Location: RH12 1HR

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!