Registered Veterinary Nurse

North Weald Veterinary Surgery; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (6.6 weeks + birthday off

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance £550 + 24 hours paid

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Certificate support

Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted veterinary care

Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

North Weald Veterinary Surgery is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team on a full-time basis. You’ll provide high-quality nursing care, support veterinary surgeons, and contribute to excellent client experiences within a well-equipped practice.

You’ll rotate across areas including theatre, inpatient care, nurse consultations and diagnostics, with a 40-hour weekly pattern and occasional Saturdays. Excellent teamwork and patient care are expected.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with nursing and surgical care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Theatre and surgical support.
• Inpatient care.
• Nurse consultations.
• Diagnostic procedures.
• Client communication and reception support.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

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.

North Weald Vets are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team on a full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, close-knit practice where your nursing skills will be fully utilised and valued.

Practice Highlights

• Join a team of 3 Veterinary Surgeons, 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses and 2 Receptionists
• Well-equipped practice with modern facilities, including a new dental X-ray machine
• Wide range of procedures performed in-house

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

• 40-hour week, Monday to Friday
• 8-hour shifts, either 8 am - 4 pm or 11 am - 7 pm
• 1 in 3 Saturday mornings, 8 am - 1 pm

General Responsibilities

This is a varied and hands-on nursing role where you’ll rotate across different areas of the practice, including:

• Theatre and surgical support
• Inpatient care
• Nurse consultations
• Diagnostic procedures
• Client communication and reception support

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 plus your birthday off
• 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 24 hours paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits 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 £30, 000 pa DOE