About the Role
Kirks Vets is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their clinical team in Sleaford, a bustling market town with easy access to Lincoln's nightlife and London by train. This full-time position offers 40 hours across just 4 days per week (Monday to Friday), with a 1-in-6 Saturday rota and time off in lieu to balance your schedule. You'll be part of a practice that genuinely prioritises patient care and colleague support, with access to impressive facilities including four large consulting rooms, two operating theatres, digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, and an internal lab.
As an integral member of the clinical team, you'll deliver high-quality nursing care to first opinion cases, work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and practice staff, and contribute to the ongoing development of patient care standards. This is a role where your clinical confidence will grow, supported by experienced colleagues in a values-led environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct nurse clinics and manage inpatient care
- Provide theatre support and surgical nursing assistance
- Support imaging and laboratory work
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to a range of small animal cases
- Build positive relationships with clients and contribute to excellent client experiences
- Take responsibility for clinical standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
- Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
- Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
- Proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement
- Team-orientated and motivated approach to delivering high standards of care
Benefits
- 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off, with increasing allowance based on length of service
- Ā£550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave for professional development
- Certificate support and RCVS/VDS fees covered
- Private Medical Insurance and Healthcare Cash Plan
- Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
- Cycle to Work scheme and voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice
- Pension scheme and discounted veterinary care
- Clear career pathways into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles, as well as clinical supervisor and mentor opportunities
About the Practice
Kirks Vets is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals. The practice is located in Sleaford and specialises in small animal and exotic care, treating dogs, cats, and small pets. The team prides itself on delivering ultimate care standards to patients and owners, supported by modern clinical facilities and a collaborative, values-led culture.
IVC Evidensia is committed to supporting careers without limitsāinvesting in learning, innovation, and wellbeing to create environments where teams grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment at every career stage. The organisation is a Disability Confident Employer and actively encourages applications from candidates of all minority and diverse groups.
