Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys a varied role and is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-focused care within a well-established small-animal practice.

The successful candidate will become part of a dedicated nursing team, rotating throughout the working week between inpatient care, theatre duties, and nurse consultations. You will contribute to a varied small-animal caseload while supporting the practice’s commitment to excellent clinical standards, patient welfare, and client care.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing high-quality nursing care to inpatients

• Assisting in theatre and supporting surgical procedures

• Delivering nurse consultations and supporting client education

• Working collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and support staff

• Maintaining clinical standards and contributing to a positive team environment

• Participating in the shared weekend and bank holiday rota

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• RCVS registration as a Veterinary Nurse

• Previous experience in a small-animal practice

• Confidence rotating between inpatient, theatre, and consulting roles

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive, compassionate, and organised approach to nursing care

Working Hours

• 34 hours per week

• 1 × 8:30am–6:30pm shift

• Remaining shifts: 9:00am–3:00pm

• Participation in a 1:5 weekend day rota (currently operating at 1:8)

• No weekday or weekend night on-call duties

• Shared bank holiday rota

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting from £15.50 per hour, dependent on experience

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)

• Birthday day off

• Life assurance (4× salary)

• Pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee contributions via salary sacrifice)

• Enhanced sick pay and enhanced family leave

• E-car and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes

• Refer-a-Friend incentive

• Pet insurance discount and substantial staff discounts

• Benefits Hub discount platform

• Reduced gym membership

• Associate Assistance Programme

• Eye care scheme

• Headspace access

• Annual flu vaccination voucher

Our client is committed to supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of their team. Associates have access to trained Mental Health First Aiders and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, ensuring ongoing support in and outside of the workplace.

Join the team and be part of a practice that values professional growth, high clinical standards, and a supportive work environment. Apply today!

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