Registered Veterinary Nurse – New Mills & Buxton, Derbyshire
About the Role
A veterinary practice is seeking an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a friendly small animal team working across New Mills and Buxton, Derbyshire.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary starting from £30,500 per year. Flexible working can be discussed, including the possibility of a 4-day working week.
The role offers plenty of clinical variety, including nurse-led appointments, Schedule 3 activities, inpatient care and surgical support.
Salary: From £31,000 per year
Location: New Mills & Buxton, Derbyshire
Schedule: Full-time with flexible working and a 4-day week considered
Weekends: 1 in 4 Saturdays, 8:00am–4:30pm
About the Practice
You will work across two welcoming small animal practices in New Mills and Buxton, supported by an established team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants.
Both practices offer a close-knit working environment where collaboration, communication and high standards of patient care are prioritised.
The rota includes a mixture of early, mid and late shifts, with working hours ranging from 8:00am to 7:30pm. Saturday shifts are based at the New Mills practice.
Professional development is encouraged through internal clinical communities, CPD opportunities, funded certificates and structured career pathways.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include:
Running nurse-led consultations and appointments
Undertaking Schedule 3 procedures where appropriate
Supporting Veterinary Surgeons with consultations, surgery and procedures
Providing high-quality inpatient nursing and patient monitoring
Managing patient admissions and discharges
Delivering excellent client communication and support
Maintaining high clinical, operational and regulatory standards
Working across the New Mills and Buxton practices
Collaborating closely with Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs and Veterinary Care Assistants
Contributing to the continued development of clinical standards and patient care
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse with a passion for high-quality small animal nursing and excellent patient care.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced RVNs and nurses looking to take the next step in their careers.
You should enjoy working as part of a close-knit clinical team and be comfortable undertaking a varied nursing caseload across two practice locations.
Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills are important, alongside an enthusiasm for developing your clinical knowledge and making full use of your nursing skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary from £31,000 per year
Full-time, permanent position
4-day working week considered
1 in 4 Saturdays, 8:00am–4:30pm
5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
Additional paid 'Day for You'
£750 annual CPD allowance
2 days' paid CPD leave per year
Funded certificates and internal career pathways
Access to internal CPD and clinical communities
RCVS and VDS fees paid
Health Cash Plan from day one
24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
Life assurance at 3x salary
Cycle to Work scheme
Season ticket loans
Employee veterinary discounts
Apply Today
If you're looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse job in New Mills or Buxton offering a supportive team, varied clinical work and the potential for a four-day working week, this could be an excellent opportunity.
For further information or a confidential discussion, contact:
Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515
E: ollie@supreme-ss.com