Registered Veterinary Nurse

CVS Group; Totnes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Totnes seeks a Registered Vet Nurse for a dynamic role involving ward, theatre, and consulting shifts. The position encourages both experienced nurses and new graduates to apply and offers abundant CPD opportunities. Benefits include generous annual leave, career advancement pathways, and a supportive workplace culture. Join a dog-friendly environment that values both professional growth and the wellbeing of employees.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Fully funded CPD

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Colleague discounts on pet products

Qualifications

• Registered Vet Nurse qualification required.
• Interest in Feline Medicine and diagnostics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload with ward, theatre, and consulting shifts.
• Be involved in Vet Nurse Clinics and Schedule 3 procedures.
• Support growth and development within a collaborative environment.

Skills

Caring for animals

Feline Medicine

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Salary: Starting at £27,000 dependant on experience. Contract: Full time, Permanent, open to part time. Hours: 40 hours per week across 4 days, with 1 in 6 Saturdays.

Whether you're a Registered Vet Nurse looking for a new challenge, and more variety, or a new grad seeking your dream position, this opportunity at Seymour Vets could be just what you're after.

The role

• A varied and engaging caseload including ward, theatre, and consulting shifts to keep your days interesting and help you develop a broad skill set


• Be involved in Vet Nurse Clinics/Consults, Theatre, and Schedule 3 procedures


• Supportive environment for growth, we encourage both experienced RVN and new graduates to apply – you\'ll find CPD support in gaining certificates and exploring your interests


• A dog-friendly workplace – bring your well-behaved canine companion along to work!


• Great for someone with an interest in Feline Medicine and diagnostics


• Work independently and as part of the team

If you have a particular area of interest, we\'ll aim to tailor your role around your strengths and development goals.

Why Devon?

Totnes is a vibrant market town in the heart of the South Hams, surrounded by beautiful countryside and just a short drive from the coast and Dartmoor National Park. The town is known for its independent spirit, welcoming community, and fantastic food and arts scene. Living in Devon offers an excellent quality of life – whether you\'re into hiking, surfing, exploring historic towns, or simply enjoying a slower pace of life, it\'s a fantastic place to put down roots.

Benefits

Our standard benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) and option to buy/sell an additional 4 weeks of annual leave


• RCVS, VDS and subscription fees paid


• Clearly defined career pathways for our Vet Nurses within the wider group


• Generously encouraged and fully funded CPD – abundant opportunities within the business aided by internal and external development courses and programmes


• Receive an extra day\'s leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS


• Cycle to work scheme and subsidised gym membership


• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Pension scheme – automatic enrolment and completely hassle free


• Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS and 300 trained CVS colleagues in this role


• Colleague discount on pet products and treatments including free consults, cost price drugs and a discount to our online pharmacy, Animed.


• Access to the company share-save scheme

Please contact Sophie Flude at [e-mail] and I\'ll be happy to talk through what you\'re looking for and whether this could be a good fit.