Veterinary Nurse

Do you want to create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe all animals deserve kindness and respect. We work for the benefit of every animal – as well as pets, that includes farmed animals, wildlife, and animals used in science. Choose a career with us and make a difference for every kind.

We are looking for a casual Vet Nurse to work alongside our Wildlife Centre team at Stapeley Grange.

• Working hours: Will vary week to week pending needs of the hospital.
• On-site role: RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre, Stapeley Grange, London Road, Nantwich CW5 7JW.

It's important to us that you feel part of our team from the start. We like to keep in touch with regular check-ins and team meetings. There's always a teammate around for support or a quick chat.

Are you ready to join our movement?

What a day might look like for you

Here at RSPCA, we know it's a cliché but no two days are the same. As a Veterinary Nurse at Stapeley Grange, we've added a summary of what a typical day might look like.

Stapeley Grange is one of four RSPCA wildlife centres based in England that supports the rehabilitation of sick, injured, orphaned, and confiscated wildlife. Check out Stapeley Grange Facebook page to see some of the amazing work they do: Facebook Page.

• Emergency & critical care nursing of admitted wildlife, including primary triage.
• Provide direct medical and surgical patient care.
• Maintain up-to-date accurate clinical records.
• Dispense drugs in accordance with professional guidelines and clinic rules.
• Maintain a high level of clinical hygiene and biosecurity throughout the hospital.
• Undertake continuing professional and personal development associated with the role.
• Welfare and case work support.

We admit animals from a large area across the north of England. Prior to Covid-19 and Avian Influenza, we admitted over 6,000 wild, exotic, and domestic patients per year.

We take a holistic and team-based approach to individual animal treatment and recognize the importance of committing as much time as we can to focusing on the welfare of the animals that come into our care. This means that you get to work with some amazing, passionate, and supportive team members to focus on what is best for the animals you see.

What makes a great Veterinary Nurse at the RSPCA?

Our Nurses are the heartbeat of the Veterinary team and ensure the work of our Vet Surgeon runs smoothly. With that in mind, our Nurse needs to have either a Level 3 Diploma or a Degree in Vet Nursing and have a current registration with the RCV.

Having experience working with Wildlife is advantageous, along with great attention to detail to keep our records up to date. In addition, an interest in animal behaviour would be useful.