Registered Veterinary Nurse - Fixed Term Contract

IVC Evidensia; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private medical insurance

£550 CPD allowance

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Job summary

IVC Evidensia is seeking a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse for Elm Veterinary Group in Plymouth. This role is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. Candidates should be confident team players committed to delivering high-quality care. The position involves managing a diverse caseload in a friendly, experienced team.

The offer includes 6.6 weeks of annual leave, professional development support, and a CPD allowance. Salary ranges up to £30,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys teamwork.
• Experience in medical and surgical nursing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients.
• Support excellent client experiences.
• Manage nursing care for first-opinion cases.

Skills

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Experience in clinical practice

Strong communication skills

Good organizational skills

Proactive approach to 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.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Elm Veterinary Group on a part-time basis. This role is a fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave.

Elm Vets has been caring for pets and their owners across Plymouth for more than a century, and we’re now looking for an RVN to become part of our friendly, experienced and supportive team. We are an established practice serving our community for over 100 years. As a dedicated small animal practice, we see a diverse mix of patients and conditions, making every week both interesting and rewarding. This role is ideal for experienced nurses or someone newly qualified.

Practice Highlights

• Diverse and varied small animal caseload
• Facilities such as ultrasound, digital and dental radiography, endoscopy equipment, and laparoscopic equipment.
• In‑house certificate holders in ECC, critical care and orthopaedics

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

• 30 hours per week
• 3 x weekday shifts between 8 am – 7 pm
• 1:5 Saturdays 8:30 am – 3 pm (TOIL during week)

General Responsibilities

• Theatre work
• Nurse consults
• Dispensary duties

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

• 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 24 hrs 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, Up to £30,000 DOE

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