Registered Veterinary Nurse - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

IVC Evidensia Group; Cardigan; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance £550 + 24hrs paid leave

RCVS & VDS fees covered

Job summary

IVC Evidensia Group’s Priory Vets in Cardigan seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. You’ll join a collaborative team in a long-established mixed practice with a strong focus on nursing care and client experience.

The role covers a structured rota including anaesthesia, inpatient care, nurse consults and pharmacy duties, with no out-of-hours and a 1-in-4 Saturday schedule. Applicants should be RCVS-registered and experienced in clinical nursing.

Qualifications

• RCVS registration as Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience in clinical practice with medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive learning and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients and support client experiences.
• Cover anaesthesia, inpatient care, nurse consults, and pharmacy duties.
• Participate in daily morning huddles and structured weekly rota.
• Respond to emergencies as part of a team.

Skills

RCVS Registered

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Clinical nursing

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

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 team atPriory Vets on a full-time, 12 month contractbasis.

Priory Vets is a long-established mixed practice with 88 years of trusted service to the local community. Our small animal teams are based across Cardigan, Preseli and Aberaeron, while our large animal and equine vets work out on the road. The main site is in Cardigan, a vibrant coastal town offering an excellent quality of life, beautiful beaches, and strong transport links to Swansea and Cardiff.

You’ll join a friendly, collaborative team of 9 vets, 8 RVNs, a VCA, and 8 Client Care Advisors, supported by a Clinical Director and Practice Director.

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 hours per week
• 1 in 4 Saturdays working 8am-2pm
• No out of hours

General Responsibilities

You’ll work to a structured weekly rota covering anaesthesia, inpatient care, nurse consults, and pharmacy duties, with daily morning huddles to keep the day running smoothly. This is a fast-paced, varied role supporting everything from routine procedures to emergencies.

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
• Clear career pathways 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
• 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
• 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.

Priory Vets, Cardigan - Small Animal

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shan Lewis from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.