Registered Veterinary Nurse - 12-month FTC

The Island Veterinary Associates - Wombourne; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,600 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate Nurse Programme

Nurse Academy

Career progression opportunities

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Job summary

The Island Veterinary Associates - Wombourne is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role covers nursing care across two sites, with 40 hours per week over a 4‑day pattern (08:15–19:15, lunch break; Saturday mornings on a rotating basis).

Join a friendly team providing high standards of patient and client care, supporting surgical procedures, diagnostics, and nurse clinics. RCVS registration and clinical experience are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload.
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing.
• Run nurse clinics and contribute to preventive healthcare and client education.
• Assist with diagnostics, including laboratory work, x-ray and ultrasound support.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Organisation

Teamwork

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.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Island Veterinary Associates on a full‑time, 12‑month fixed‑term contract.

Island Veterinary Associates is a friendly and welcoming practice with an experienced team working across our Wombourne and Gornal sites. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to support clinical work across both branches, delivering high standards of patient and client care.

Wombourne is the larger of the two sites and operates as a 2‑vet practice, with x‑ray, ultrasound and laboratory facilities. Gornal is a busy 1‑vet practice running vet and nurse clinics alongside routine procedures, and is equipped with laboratory facilities.

Practice Highlights

• Friendly, welcoming and experienced team
• Wombourne is a 2‑vet practice with x‑ray, ultrasound and laboratory facilities
• Gornal is a busy 1‑vet practice with vet and nurse clinics, routine procedures and laboratory facilities
• Varied first opinion caseload across two supportive branch settings

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
• 4‑day working week, 08:15am to 07:15pm, with a 1‑hour lunch break set day off on a Tuesday
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings at our Wombourne site, 08:30am to 12:30pm – time back in the week is given for Saturdays worked
• 12‑month fixed‑term contract

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Run nurse clinics and contribute to preventive healthcare and client education
• Assist with diagnostics, including laboratory work, x‑ray and ultrasound 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
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• 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
• Pension scheme
• 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.

Up to £31,000 DOE