Veterinary Nurse - Blackburn
| Posting date: | 15 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,000 to £32,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 August 2025 |
| Location: | BB2 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-53603-207261 |
Summary
Veterinary Nurse – Blackburn
Full-time | £27,000–£32,000 | 4-day week
• 4-Day Working Week: Enjoy a true work-life balance with a 40-hour week spread over just four days and only 1 in 9 Saturday shifts.
• Diverse & Engaging Caseload: Gain hands-on experience in medical stabilisation, imaging, and complex surgeries, with opportunities for nurse-led procedures.
• Strong Community Impact: Work for a mission-driven organisation committed to making veterinary care accessible and affordable to all pets.
• Exceptional Benefits Package: Includes 6 weeks holiday, funded CPD, private healthcare, sickness pay, enhanced parental leave, and more.
• Supportive & Inclusive Team Culture: Join a collaborative, ethical, and forward-thinking team where your growth and voice are genuinely valued.
Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a new challenge in a purpose-driven organisation? Join this dedicated team at a busy practice in Blackburn, where they focus on delivering affordable, high-quality care to pets in need. They're seeking a skilled and compassionate RVN who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment and wants to make a real difference in the community.
About the Role
You'll play a key role in managing a varied and rewarding caseload, working closely with an experienced team on everything from medical stabilisation and imaging to complex surgical cases. The nurse-led approach gives you the autonomy to lead procedures and contribute directly to the wellbeing of patients and the satisfaction of clients.
What You’ll Be Doing
Delivering excellent nursing care across a broad range of clinical presentations
Supporting and leading nurse-led procedures and consultations
Providing empathetic, client-focused communication
Playing an active role in promoting a healthy, happy pet-owning community
What they’re Looking For
• A qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
• Ability to remain calm and confident under pressure
• A proactive approach to learning and clinical development
• Strong team player with excellent communication and client-care skills
• Passion for accessible, sustainable veterinary care
What’s on Offer:
• Competitive salary: £27,000 – £32,000, depending on experience
• 6 weeks of annual leave
• 52-week sickness benefit and private healthcare (after 12 months)
• Funded CPD, plus RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Enhanced maternity/paternity packages
• Contributory pension, staff discounts, store discounts, and an E-Car Scheme
• A collaborative culture where your growth and input are valued
Work-Life Balance
• 40-hour week across 4 days
• Just 1 in 9 Saturday shifts – no Sundays or out-of-hours
• Opportunities for continuous professional development in a progressive and inclusive setting
If you’re looking to build your career in a forward-thinking, ethical veterinary clinic that puts people, pets, and the planet first, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of a team that’s changing veterinary care for the better.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email l.vasey@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply
Ref : JOB-53603