Registered Veterinary Nurse - Equine

Our expanding equine referral hospital in Newbury, West Berkshire, is seeking a passionate, dedicated nurse to join our growing team. With a diverse caseload covering everything from racehorses to foals and competition horses, we’re looking for someone committed to delivering exceptional care in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

For those with a background in small animal nursing who are interested in a career shift, we’re excited to offer support and training to transition to equine nursing!

Pursue your ambitions at Donnington Grove

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Donnington Grove, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our veterinary surgeons both in the hospital and occasionally on the road assisting with diagnostic imaging. Our rolling rota includes a mix of inpatient care and theatre/surgical shifts, ensuring variety in your work.

Key responsibilities include:

*Delivering high-quality inpatient care, including administering medications, conducting clinical checks, wound management, and assisting in theatre.

*Managing patient admissions and discharges.

*Supporting diagnostic imaging procedures, both onsite and on the road.

This role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to contribute to exceptional patient care across a variety of settings.

Join a team you are proud to be a part of

Donnington Grove Veterinary Group is a large, well-equipped practice in Newbury, Berkshire, welcoming both first opinion and referral cases across surgery, MRI, CT, scintigraphy, and medical investigations. Our facility boasts a robust in-house laboratory, a range of mobile equipment, and support for ambulatory procedures. We’re open 7 days a week, year-round, ensuring both routine and emergency care for our patients.

Our team includes:

*33 Equine Vets across Hospital and Ambulatory divisions, with specialists in Surgery, Medicine, and Lameness

*15 Trainee and Qualified Nurses providing essential support

Newbury offers a great quality of life with excellent local amenities, reputable schools, and strong transport links to both London and the South Coast.

Who we're looking for...

We’re seeking a nurse with a genuine passion for equine care, ideally with some relevant experience. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to maintaining high clinical standards and delivering exceptional client care, thrive in a dynamic and collaborative team setting, and demonstrate outstanding communication skills to support both clients and colleagues.

Working hours

This is a full-time role, averaging 39 hours per week with rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Because our people matter

You will join a dedicated, supportive team in a unique setting with plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience and growth in equine nursing. You will enjoy a varied, engaging, and busy work environment, all while delivering essential care to our equine patients. In addition to this you will receive a competitive salary of up to £30,743pa DOE, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

* 6.6 weeks annual leave

* Relocation allowance up to £2000

Wellbeing

* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

* Private Medical Insurance

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

* Non-accidental injury support

Development

* £550 CPD allowance

* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

* Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

* All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

* Infection Prevention and Control Programme

* Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

* VDS cover

* RCVS fees

Additional

* Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

* Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

* Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Up to £30,743 DOE

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