Registered Veterinary Nurse

CVS Veterinary Group; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

CPD allowance

Knowledge Hub access

BSAVA library

Advanced training

Nursing career pathway

33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Employee assistance

Wellbeing champions

Family leave policies

Staff discounts on pets

Job summary

CVS Veterinary Group is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly, supportive team across our 3-site practice with an on-call service. You’ll promote pet wellness, monitor patient health, and support recovery with hands-on training and ongoing development.

The role is part time (2×8.5 hour days per week) with weekend rota participation; a clinical coach is desirable but not essential. Transport may be required for occasional site coverage, and salary depends on experience.

Qualifications

• Deliver exceptional care to patients and owners daily.
• Support patient care outcomes as part of the team.
• Maintain high-quality care and outcomes for every patient.
• Learn, develop and grow with ongoing training and development.
• Contribute to a positive, friendly team culture.
• Communicate confidently with colleagues, clients and pets.

Responsibilities

• Nurse consultations and assisting vets in consults, dispensary and reception.
• Pre-anaesthetic preparation and theatre.
• Ward shifts caring for medical and surgical patients.
• Laboratory work and other duties as required.

Skills

Patient care

Team player

Communication

Flexibility

Learning mindset

Clinical coaching

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Here at Charter we are excited to recruit a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team! We are a 3 site practice including a hospital with our own OOH service. At CVS, caring is what we do. As a Veterinary Nurse, you’ll be at the heart of promoting pet wellness, monitoring patients’ health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to the people who love them. Caring isn’t just a job – it’s in our nature. We put our people first because when you’re supported, you can deliver the very best care. With industry‑leading learning, hands‑on training, and guidance, you’ll have everything you need to grow your skills and confidence. Whether you’re looking to progress in your current role or explore new career pathways, CVS is the place to nurture your future career.

Responsibilities

Duties include nurse consultations, assisting vets in consult, dispensary and reception, pre‑anaesthetic preparation and theatre, ward shifts caring for medical and surgical patients, laboratory work and much more.

This position is part time, working 2 × 8.5 hour days a week with participation in the weekend rota on a 1:8 basis. A clinical coach would be preferable but not essential. Transportation is required as occasional cover may be needed at the Mullacott or Bridgehouse site. The salary is dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners every day.
• Support the outcome of patients care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
• Ensure quality is maintained by keeping our practice in excellent condition—ensuring quality of care and the best possible outcomes for every patient.
• Learn, develop and grow with us, taking advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities offered by CVS and our practice.
• Contribute to creating a positive environment, fostering a friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture.
• Communicate with confidence, using exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—to build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and the pets they love.

Benefits

• RCVS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
• Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
• Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications
• A bonus scheme that recognises strong results, based on both practice performance and individual contribution

Contact

For further details or an informal chat, please contact Emily in the recruitment team at [e-mail].