Registered Veterinary Nurse

Blue House Veterinary Centre; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (6.6 weeks)

Birthday leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

CPD allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Job summary

Blue House Veterinary Centre in Biddulph, Staffordshire, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly, supportive team on a permanent basis. The role offers up to 35 hours per week, with full-time or part-time applications considered, and no out‑of‑hours duties.

As part of the clinical team you will deliver high standards of nursing care, support patient recovery, run nurse consultations, and assist with theatre and diagnostic work alongside our veterinarians.

Qualifications

• RVN registration with the RCVS is required.
• Experience in small animal clinical practice is preferred.
• Strong communication and team‑working skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload.
• Provide inpatient care and support patient recovery.
• Run nurse consultations and contribute to preventative healthcare and client education.
• Support theatre and diagnostic work, including anaesthesia monitoring.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

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 friendly and supportive team at Blue House Veterinary Centre on a permanent basis. This role offers up to 35 hours per week, with full-time or part-time applications considered.

Blue House Veterinary Centre is a long-established, single-site small animal practice based in Biddulph, Staffordshire. We have a close-knit, family-feel team made up of 6 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Veterinary Nurses, 6 Client Care Advisors and a Practice Manager.

This opportunity has arisen as one of our much-loved and long-standing nurses embarks on an exciting new chapter to pursue a career in emergency and critical care. We’ll be sad to see her go, but we are proud to support her career progression and excited to welcome a new member to our team.

Practice Highlights

• Long-established, single-site small animal practice in Biddulph, Staffordshire
• Friendly and supportive team with a close-knit, family feel
• Beautiful, spacious premises with gardens for outdoor breaks
• Large staff room with fridge, freezer, coffee machine, toastie maker and massage chair

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

• Up to 35 hours per week
• Full-time or part-time applications considered
• Shift pattern to be discussed at interview, with flexibility considered
• 1 in 3 Saturdays, 8:00am to 1:00pm, No out-of-hours or on-call duties

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
• Run nurse consultations and contribute to preventative healthcare and client education
• Support theatre and diagnostic work, including anaesthesia monitoring and patient preparation

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
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject‑specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development 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
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• 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
• Pension scheme
• 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.

Up to £28,000 DOE