**Cherrydown Vets, Basildon** , highlighting everything a candidate would want to know — from responsibilities and day-to-day life to team culture, development, and “what’s in it for me.” **Job Title:** **Registered Veterinary Nurse** **Salary:** Up to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience) **Location:** Cherrydown Vets, Basildon **Job Type:** Permanent, Full-time **Hours:** 40 hours per week, currently 1:4 Saturdays (9am–5pm), no OOH **Join a Team Where Your Nursing Skills Are Truly Valued** Are you a confident and proactive RVN who thrives in theatre and wants to do more than just the basics? At **Cherrydown Vets** , we’re offering more than just a nursing role — we’re offering a place where your experience, ideas, and career ambitions matter. We're a **close-knit team of 10** , including 8 RVNs (with one PCA and one additional care assistant), working together in a modern, spacious hospital environment. Our nurses are empowered to use their full skill set and encouraged to expand it. **What You Can Expect Day-to-Day** + A **diverse and hands-on nursing role** , with a focus on **theatre** , **diagnostics** , and **specialised nurse-led clinics** + Involvement in **Schedule 3 procedures** such as stitch-ups, lump removals, and scale & polish + A rotation through **lab, prep, theatre, and kennel shifts** , plus a **daily clinic nurse rota** + Minimal administrative tasks — our **client care team handles insurance, pharmacy, and routine booking** , so you can focus on what you love: **nursing** + Regular client interaction, including **estimates, pre-ops, admits, discharges, and follow-up calls** — with many procedures fully nurse-led **Who We’re Looking For** We’re seeking an **experienced RVN** (ideally 1+ year qualified) with strong confidence in theatre and a real passion for hands-on clinical work. You’ll be joining a practice that truly **utilises and develops** its nurses, so if you’re looking for a role where you can **grow, lead, and make a difference** , we’d love to meet you. **Why Cherrydown?** ✅ **Modern, well-equipped facilities** – including endoscopy, in-house labs, dental suite, dedicated x-ray room, and a large, spacious layout ✅ **No OOH and only 1 in 4 Saturdays (9–5)** ✅ **Nurses are truly hands-on** – from advanced procedures to clinic leadership ✅ **CPD is supported and encouraged** – £500 allowance + 3 CPD days per year ✅ Regular **lunch & learns** , **guest speakers** , and access to Southfields CPD courses ✅ Schedule 3 support and mentorship to help you grow in theatre and beyond ✅ Future opportunity to support and mentor students (as we're keen to bring them back) **Team Culture & Bonding** At Cherrydown, we **prioritise team wellbeing and connection** . From **quarterly Time to Talks** and **pizza celebrations** to **axe-throwing socials** and **karaoke nights** , we’re a team that celebrates wins and supports one another. We’ve recently teamed up with Southfields for friendly tournaments and social events — it’s all about **balance and bonding** . **Benefits That Work for You** + 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off + RCVS and VDS fees paid + Generous CPD allowance and funded external CPD + Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program + Career progression opportunities within a supportive network + Staff discounts + Life assurance + Enhanced sickness pay and equal family leave + E-car salary sacrifice scheme + Wellness program including: + Employee Assistance Programme + Free annual flu jab + Eyecare vouchers + Cycle to work scheme **About Cherrydown Vets** We’re a **forward-thinking first opinion hospital** based in Basildon, with two satellite clinics in Stanford and Wickford. While we've grown and evolved, we’ve always stayed true to our **client-first ethos** and **nurse-driven approach** . We’ve recently reduced OOH, which has shifted our focus to proactive theatre work and clinic-based care. We’re proud to be part of the **Linnaeus family** , where support, inclusion, and development are embedded into everything we do. **Ready to Join Us?** If you're looking for a role where you can be **hands-on, challenged, supported, and appreciated** , then Cherrydown Vets could be your next home. We’d love to hear from you apply today! Email: purvi.kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk