Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC

VC Evidensia UK; Begbroke; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK seeks an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse at Begbroke Vet Surgery. This 12-month fixed-term contract involves delivering high-quality care and supporting a collaborative veterinary team.

You’ll be responsible for inpatient care, theatre support, and running consultations. The position features a supportive primary care environment, opportunities for career advancement, and comprehensive benefits including annual leave, enhanced family policies, private medical insurance, and CPD support.

Join us in providing exceptional veterinary care in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring.
• Run nurse consultations and support preventative healthcare.
• Assist with diagnostics, including laboratory work, x-ray and dental x-ray.

Skills

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Experience in clinical practice

Strong communication skills

Good organisational skills

Proactive approach to learning

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Chipping Norton, Begbroke Vet Surgery, Kidlington, South West

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 Begbroke Vet Surgery on a 12-month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave.

Begbroke Vet Surgery is a small animal clinic situated in Begbroke, just outside North Oxford and close to Woodstock. You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive team made up of four Veterinary Surgeons, two Registered Veterinary Nurses, one Animal Nursing Assistant and one Receptionist.

Our clinic is well‑equipped with an in-house laboratory, x‑ray, dental equipment including dental x‑ray, theatre with diathermy, and multiparameter monitoring. We also have dedicated nurse consulting hours, giving our nursing team the opportunity to build strong client relationships and support preventative healthcare.

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.

This is a varied role where you will be involved in all aspects of general nursing, including inpatient care, theatre support, anaesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, nurse consultations, diagnostics, and client communication.

This is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract working 40 hours per week across Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8:30am to 6:30pm, with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break. There is also a 1 in 2 Saturday morning rota, working 9:00am to 1:00pm. There are no out‑of‑hours requirements, with support provided by our Tier 3 hospital in Chipping Norton.

General responsibilities include:

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Run nurse consultations and support preventative healthcare
• Assist with diagnostics, including laboratory work, x‑ray and dental x‑ray

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, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• 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 plus your birthday off
• 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
• Certificate support
• 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/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.

Chipping Norton, Begbroke Vet Surgery

40 Woodstock Road East, Begbroke, Kidlington, OX5 1RG, United Kingdom

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