Registered Veterinary Nurse - Flexible Hours + Welcome Bonus Included

Vets for Pets; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local veterinary practice in Hertford is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse. You will work in a supportive environment, engaging in all aspects of veterinary nursing including anaesthesia, patient care, and client support. The role offers flexible working hours, salary up to £30,000 DOE, and benefits including a £1,000 Welcome Bonus and opportunities for CPD. Join a friendly team committed to providing excellent care.

Benefits

£1,000 Welcome Bonus

Flexible working hours

RCVS & VDS fees covered

Funded CPD

Company pension scheme

Contribution toward private healthcare

Colleague discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified and confident RVN with solid clinical and organisational skills.
• Positive, proactive, and embraces learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver gold-standard patient care in a collaborative environment.
• Assist in anaesthesia, nurse clinics, lab work, and inpatient care.

Skills

Veterinary nursing skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

🐾 Registered Veterinary Nurse - Hertford Vets for Pets

Salary up to £30,000 DOE | £1,000 Welcome Bonus | Flexible Working | No Sundays | Excellent Work-Life Balance

Are you a Veterinary Nurse who loves variety, enjoys a friendly, close-knit team, and is looking for a role that values your skills, wellbeing, and career growth?

If that sounds like you - you might be the perfect fit for Hertford Vets for Pets!

We’re a small, supportive practice where everyone’s contribution matters. Our nurses are involved in all areas of the practice - from anaesthesia and inpatient care to nurse clinics, lab work and theatre - and we pride ourselves on creating an environment where you can really make the role your own.

About Us

We’re a small but mighty team based in the beautiful town of Hertford. Our current line‑up includes 2 Vets, 1 RVN, 2 VCAs and a wonderful Receptionist, all working together in a warm, supportive environment.

Our purpose‑built clinic features separate cat and dog wards, an isolation unit, and a dedicated sterile theatre. We’re also well equipped with ultrasound, digital X-ray, in‑house laboratory, microscope, capnography with pulse oximetry, and more.

We have a loyal client base, many of whom have insured pets, allowing us to work up cases thoroughly. Appointments are 30 minutes for non‑routine cases and 15 minutes for vaccines, giving our team the time to provide the very best service. We also collaborate with visiting specialists who carry out procedures such as cardiac scans, abdominal ultrasounds, and orthopaedic surgeries, ensuring you’ll always have the opportunity to learn and grow.

Our Head Nurse shared their experience:

“The team at Hertford Vets for Pets is lovely and the pace is just right. I learned so much during my time here and really enjoyed the balance between consults, anaesthesia and leadership duties.”

About You

You’ll be a qualified and confident RVN who enjoys working collaboratively within a small, friendly team. You’ll have solid clinical and organisational skills, take pride in delivering gold‑standard patient care, and be keen to support both the clinical and business side of the practice.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Skilled in all areas of veterinary nursing, including anaesthesia and nurse clinics
• Passionate about patient and client care
• Enjoy learning and professional development, including CPD or further qualifications
• Positive, proactive, and team‑oriented

The Role

We understand the importance of balance, which is why we’re happy to offer flexible working – full or part time hours to fit your lifestyle.

• No OOH or Sundays
• 1 in 3 Saturdays (9am‑1pm) with time off in lieu or additional pay
• Weekday shifts (both include a 30‑minute lunch break):
  • 8:45am‑5:15pm
  • 10:45am‑7:15pm

What’s in it for you

Alongside a supportive, friendly workplace and a genuine commitment to your wellbeing, you’ll also receive:

• Competitive salary up to £30,000 DOE
• £1,000 Welcome Bonus (paid at 3 & 6 months)
• RCVS & VDS fees covered
• Funded and encouraged CPD
• Company pension scheme
• Contribution toward private healthcare
• Exclusive colleague discounts, including 20% off at Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and Vets for Pets

If you’re passionate about providing outstanding care, value being part of a supportive team, and want to make a real difference in your local community, we’d love to hear from you!

Please contact Jack from our Talent Acquisition team via email; [e-mail] for an informal and confidential conversation.

Location: SG13 7RQ

Pets just see people. They aren’t biased and they don’t discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!