Registered Veterinary Nurse

VC Evidensia UK; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the Bath Veterinary Group on a full-time basis. Located in Bath, the practice prioritizes high-quality patient care and offers a supportive working environment.

The ideal candidate will be RCVS registered with clinical experience. We provide a range of benefits including annual leave, private medical insurance, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience working in clinical practice.
• Strong communication skills and positive relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinary surgeons during operations.
• Running nurse clinics and providing client education.
• Anaesthesia monitoring and patient care.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Veterinary nursing experience

Education

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Job description

Bath Veterinary Group, Station Road Surgery, Bath, South West

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Bath Veterinary Group on a full-time basis.

We are located in a thriving area of Bath which benefits from shops in walking distance and is easily commutable from Bristol and Bath. Station Road is a busy first opinion practice offering both consultations and operations daily throughout the week. We have a fully equipped operating theatre, dental x-ray facilities and practice laboratory. The team at Station Road are very friendly and pride themselves on their welcoming service. We also benefit from the support of our 24-hour first opinion and referral hospital in Bath.

Practice Highlights

• Established clinical team of 2 vets, supported by 2 nurses and 2 receptionists
• Well-supported practice with an experienced multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality patient care
• Longstanding, stable team with 2 team members having been with the practice for 25 years

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• Full-time 40 hours per week
• Shifts will vary from 8:30am - 6:30pm split over four or five days
• 1 in 8 Saturdays at Rosemary Lodge 8:00am - 6:30pm and roughly 1 in 20 Sunday mornings. Sunday's are paid as overtime
• no out-of-hours requirement

General Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinary surgeons during operations
• Running nurse clinics and providing client education
• General nursing duties, including maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Anaesthesia monitoring and patient care throughout surgical procedures

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Bath Veterinary Group, Station Road Surgery

15a/15b Station Road, Lower Weston, Bath, BA1 3DY, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shan Lewis from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.