Registered Veterinary Nurse

Boness Vets; Bedford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Bedfordshire is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly and professional team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £31,000 and the chance to be part of a collaborative environment that focuses on excellent patient and client care. The role involves a variety of responsibilities in small animal nursing and is ideal for those looking to develop their skills in a supportive setting. Additional benefits include generous annual leave and a CPD allowance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycling to work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with a proactive approach.
• Experience in a busy veterinary environment preferred.
• Confidence in delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinary team in all aspects of small animal nursing.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues and participate in clinical skills development.
• Ensure excellent care for patients and clients.

Skills

Patient care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Bring your nursing skills to a friendly, forward-thinking team where no two days are the same.

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive team at Boness Veterinary Hospital – a busy, well-equipped hospital in rural Bedfordshire. Whether you’re newly qualified or experienced, this is a great opportunity to develop your skills in a collaborative, professional environment.

About the role

This is a full-time, fixed-term contract position. You’ll work alongside a team of 13 experienced RVNs and a dedicated lab technician, supporting a veterinary team that includes multiple certificate holders. This varied role will involve all aspects of small animal nursing across our hospital and nearby branch surgery, giving you plenty of opportunities to use and grow your clinical skills.

About the practice

Boness Veterinary Hospital is a busy, RCVS-accredited hospital based in Barton-le-Clay, with a smaller branch in Flitwick. We are proud to offer a full range of services and excellent facilities, including diagnostic imaging, surgical theatres, in-house lab, and separate cat and dog wards.

We’re passionate about delivering outstanding care and building strong client relationships. Our team of vets, nurses, and client care staff work closely together in a genuinely supportive, family-friendly environment, where work-life balance and personal wellbeing are valued.

Located in a peaceful rural town with great transport links to Bedford, Luton, and beyond, we offer the best of both worlds – countryside charm with urban convenience.

Candidate requirements

We’re looking for a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working in a busy environment and being part of a close-knit, supportive team. You’ll need to be confident in delivering excellent patient and client care, with a proactive and positive approach to your work.

Working pattern

• Full-time – 40 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (8am‑1pm)
• No OOH

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business, and investing in our people, teams and hospitals is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary up to £31,000 in line with your level of experience, you will benefit from:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid leave
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

  Professional Memberships

  • VDS cover
  • RCVS fees

  Additional

  • Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100s of retailers
  • Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
  • Discounted staff pet care

  Up to £31,000 DOE