Registered Veterinary Nurse (35hrs)

inspiring vet care; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday leave

Family-friendly policies

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance 550

RCVS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Wellbeing initiatives

Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join Sampson Park Vets in Staverton. This part-time role offers 35 hours per week across three days, with shifts 08:30–19:00 and some additional hours, alongside a supportive team of vets, RVN, SVN, VCA and reception staff.

You will have opportunities to develop your nursing skills, including nurse clinics and Schedule 3 procedures, with clinical development encouraged and a strong focus on client care and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing medical/surgical nursing skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload.
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing.
• Provide inpatient care and support patient recovery.
• Assist with nurse consultations and preventative healthcare.
• Clinical coaching of student nurses may be required in the near future.

Skills

RCVS registered

Clinical nursing

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive learning

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.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Sampson Park Vets in our Staverton branch, part of Inspiring Vet Care. This part-time position (35 hours per week) offers the chance to work in a busy, well-established practice alongside 3 vets, an RVN, SVN, VCA and dedicated reception team, delivering outstanding patient and client care.

We are passionate about making the most of our nurses' skills and actively encourage clinical development, including Schedule 3 procedures and nurse-led clinics. With a loyal client base and growing demand for our nursing services, you'll have plenty of opportunity to build lasting client relationships, develop your interests and make a real impact. We are proud of our supportive culture, where team wellbeing comes first, professional growth is encouraged, and a good sense of humour is always appreciated. Add in free onsite parking, beautiful countryside walks on the doorstep, and a steady supply of tea, cake and biscuits, and you'll find a practice where you can truly thrive.

Practice Highlights

• Opportunity for a competent RVN to continue developing their clinical confidence
• All-round nursing role covering medical, surgical and client-facing duties
• Opportunities to build experience across nurse consultations, theatre and inpatient care
• Focus on ongoing learning and professional development

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. We understand job satisfaction and believe in utilising the hard earned skills of our nurses. Clinical development including schedule 3 will be encouraged if not present. Our nurse clinics are in high demand and there is ample opportunity to develop client bonds.

Working Pattern

• 35 hours per week
• Part time role, working 3 days per week 08:30-19:00 and the remaining 5 hours can be worked every week or 10 hours every other week
• 1 in 3 Saturdays, 08:30-12:00 with TOIL
• Current days of work are Monday, Thursday and Friday with the remaining 5 hours worked on a Tuesday or Wednesday

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide inpatient care and support patient recovery
• Assist with nurse consultations and preventative healthcare
• Clinical coaching of student nurses may also be required in the near future

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
• Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• 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.

£0 - £0 a year

£25000-26500 pro-rata DOE