Registered Veterinary Nurse

Vets for Pets; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in St. Austell is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their new team. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to the development of a state-of-the-art surgery, providing high-quality care in a supportive environment. Candidates should be confident, motivated, and ideally have experience as a clinical coach. The practice offers a competitive salary of up to £30,000, generous CPD allowance, and excellent career development prospects within a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary up to £30,000

Generous CPD allowance

5.6 weeks holiday initially

Contributory pension scheme

In-house career development opportunities

Paid membership fees

Cycle to work scheme

20% discount at Vets for Pets and affiliates

Qualifications

• Must be a confident and motivated RVN with some experience.
• Interest or experience as a clinical coach is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding care for patients and clients.
• Contribute to shaping the practice's development.

Skills

Proactive team player

Experience as a clinical coach

Outstanding care delivery

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Join Our Brand-New Team from the Very Beginning!

Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next exciting step in your career?

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our state-of-the-art, purpose‑built veterinary surgery in Uxbridge, and we’d love for you to join us on this incredible journey.

Our brand-new practice is set to open its doors in March 2026, thoughtfully designed to support both clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing.

Be part of something special - help shape the practice, build lasting client relationships, and grow with a passionate and supportive team.

You’ll be working in a bright, spacious, and air‑conditioned environment equipped with the latest technology you’d expect from a modern, high‑standard Vets for Pets clinic. Our facilities include digital and dental X‑ray, ultrasound, multi‑parameter monitoring, and a full in‑house laboratory offering haematology, biochemistry, urinalysis, microscope, separate cat and dog wards, a dedicated theatre, a well‑organised prep area, an isolation room, and comfortable, modern consult rooms.

Every aspect of our clinic - from equipment to layout - has been carefully designed to support outstanding clinical care, smooth workflows, and a welcoming experience for both clients and their pets.

We’re conveniently located on Cowley Retail Park in Uxbridge, surrounded by a range of popular shops and amenities. Nearby, you’ll find Pets at Home, Halfords, Currys, and a Tesco Superstore for easy shopping. There are also plenty of places to eat, including McDonald’s and Costa Coffee, and if you fancy a quick workout, PureGym is just a 7‑minute walk away. West Drayton train station is around a 15‑minute walk from the clinic, making us easily accessible by public transport.

Our new practice offers the ideal environment, diverse caseload, and high‑quality equipment to help you make the most of your existing skills while continuing to grow professionally. We’re passionate about ongoing development and are proactive in supporting further qualifications and CPD, ensuring you have every opportunity to advance your career.

About you and the role

We’re seeking a proactive, enthusiastic team player to join our progressive, fast‑paced first‑opinion practice, where high clinical standards are a priority. You’ll be a confident and motivated RVN with some experience, and an interest in‑or experience as‑a clinical coach would be a valuable bonus.

Success in this role comes from embracing all aspects of the veterinary nurse position, consistently delivering outstanding care for both patients and clients. From day one, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to shaping the practice and making a real impact on its development.

Benefits & Working Arrangements

As a brand‑new practice, we offer both full‑time and part‑time opportunities. We value a healthy work/life balance and are happy to discuss shift patterns to suit your needs. Some weekend work will be required, but there are no out‑of‑hours duties.

We can offer you

• An attractive salary of up to £30,000 (Dependant on experience/full time equivalent)
• A generous CPD allowance
• 5.6 weeks initial holiday, rising to 6.6 weeks after 2 years’ service!
• A contributory pension scheme
• In‑house career development opportunity
• Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• Access to the reward hub including wellbeing support and pastoral care
• Cycle to work scheme
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home and the Groom Room
• Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes - Retail Trust, Port of Call and MHFA

If you'd like any further information about this vacancy, the practice or our company please contact Ryan from our Talent Acquisition team via email; [e-mail] for an informal and confidential conversation.

Alternatively, you can submit your application directly to us now and somebody will be in touch with you to discuss this further. We look forward to hearing from you!

Location

UB8 2TE

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!