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Key Responsibilities\n\nCarry out daily animal husbandry duties to the highest animal welfare standards.\nMonitor animal health, behaviour, and wellbeing, recognising and reporting signs of distress or illness.\nSupport breeding programmes in accordance with ethical and regulatory requirements.\nWork in compliance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 and facility SOPs.\nCarry out procedures with precision and care following standard operating procedures and as directed by senior technicians.\nMaintain accurate records and documentation relating to animal care and facility operations.\nComplete cleaning, sanitation, and general housekeeping duties to ensure a hygienic environment.\nPrioritise workloads effectively to meet operational deadlines and service requirements.\nCollaborate with technicians, supervisors, researchers, and other stakeholders.\nSupport the onboarding and training of new team members where required.\nContribute positively to team objectives and promote a professional working environment.Key Requirements\n\nIAT Level 2 Diploma in Animal Science and Technology (or equivalent qualification).\nPrevious laboratory animal care experience with the ability to work independently.\nWorking knowledge of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.\nUnderstanding of laboratory health and safety procedures and regulatory compliance.\nCompetency in manual handling techniques and the safe use of Class I and II biological safety cabinets.\nStrong written, verbal, and numerical communication skills.\nGood understanding of animal biology, husbandry, welfare, and species-specific care requirements.\nAwareness of ethical considerations surrounding animal research.\nUnderstanding of occupational health risks, including exposure to animal allergens.\nBasic knowledge of biological sciences and laboratory environments.\nProficiency in IT systems and electronic record-keeping.\nAbility to identify issues and seek guidance when required.\nGenuine commitment to animal welfare and ethical animal care.\nFlexible to support out-of-hours or weekend working when required

Overview Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with a passion for inpatient care? This is your chance to take a leading role in a state‑of‑the‑art 24/7 veterinary hospital in Cheshire, just a stone's throw from Manchester, where your skills will make a real difference.Facilities a

CVS Group UK in Manchester is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team.