Join a supportive small animal team with no out-of-hours work, excellent surgical facilities, and genuine opportunities to develop your nursing skills. Dorset Coast Vets values its people and invests in their growth.
No out-of-hours work, no Sundays, no bank holidays. Working pattern includes early and late shifts between 8am and 7pm, plus one Saturday in eight (8am to 4:30pm).
This part-time position offers a refreshing approach to veterinary nursing: no out-of-hours work, no Sundays, and no bank holidays. You'll work 36.5 hours per week across a mix of early and late shifts (8am to 7pm), with just one Saturday in eight (8am to 4:30pm). It's a chance to deliver high-quality nursing care within a structured, predictable schedule that respects your work-life balance.
Dorset Coast Vets is a well-resourced practice with state-of-the-art surgical facilities, including separate dog and cat operating theatres, dedicated dental suites, and comprehensive imaging. The team comprises 6 veterinary surgeons, 10 veterinary nurses, and 10 receptionists who are genuinely committed to supporting one another and learning together.
Dorset Coast Vets is part of inspiring vet care, the UK's number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The practice is built on a foundation of delivering healthier animals and happier owners, with a strong culture of learning and supporting one another. The team is invested in your development and wellbeing, offering clear progression routes and access to world-class learning resources.
The practice offers state-of-the-art facilities including separate dog and cat wards and reception areas, a dedicated nurse consulting room that allows nurses to fully utilise their clinical skills, plus comprehensive diagnostic and surgical capabilities. This is a values-led environment focused on care, community, and continuous improvement.