Registered Veterinary Nurse

Shaw Veterinary Centre; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local veterinary practice based in Swindon is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their caring team. The role offers flexibility between 30 to 40 hours per week, allowing you to balance work and home life effectively without out-of-hours duties. Your responsibilities will include providing medical and surgical nursing while working closely with a supportive team committed to high clinical standards and patient welfare. Opportunities for training and professional development are also available.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification is essential.
• Experience in veterinary practices is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical nursing to animals.
• Support consultations and care for inpatients.
• Work collaboratively within the veterinary team.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Shaw Veterinary Centre, Swindon
Salary up to £31,000 DOE
30 or 40 hours per week
Full or part-time considered
3 or 4 days per week including a share of weekends

Join a supportive team where your nursing skills are truly valued

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and collaborative team at Shaw Veterinary Centre in Swindon. This role is ideally full time at 40 hours per week including a share of the Saturday rota, however part‑time hours of 30 hours will also be considered. We are happy to be flexible with days and shifts to support family life and work‑life balance.

You will be a key member of our nursing team, working within a supportive practice that values development, patient welfare, and high clinical standards.

The Role

As an RVN at Shaw Veterinary Centre, you will enjoy a varied role including medical and surgical nursing, inpatient care, and supporting consultations. We actively encourage nurses to utilise and develop their full skillset and welcome new ideas, including fear‑free approaches wherever possible.

There is no out of hours work, allowing you to enjoy a healthy balance between work and home life.

About the Practice

Shaw Veterinary Centre is a first‑opinion small animal practice caring for the pets of Swindon. Our clinic is dog and cat‑friendly and equipped with modern facilities including digital X‑ray, dental X‑ray, ultrasound, and a fully equipped theatre.

We pride ourselves on delivering high standards of clinical care with compassion at the heart of everything we do.

The Team

You will be joining a welcoming and close‑knit team made up of:

• 5 Vets
• 2 Registered Veterinary Nurses
• 1 Student Veterinary Nurse
• A dedicated and friendly reception team

We believe RVNs play a vital role within the practice and actively support professional development. Recent development includes a vet currently completing an exotics certificate and a nurse who has completed a behaviour certificate.

Why Join Shaw Veterinary Centre?

• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
• No out of hours work
• Strong focus on work‑life balance
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Commitment to high clinical standards and patient welfare
• Encouragement and support for further training and development

About IVC Evidensia

IVC Evidensia is a global leader in veterinary care, united by our goal of healthy animals and happy owners. We offer clinical independence, genuine care for your wellbeing, and clear opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Because our employee’s matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from

Work‑life balance

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

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• 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
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice