Registered Veterinary Nurse FTC

IVC Evidensia; Stroud; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme with employer contribution

£550 CPD allowance

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Stroud is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a 12-month fixed term contract. The role requires strong nursing skills, an interest in Nurse Clinics, and offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 per year along with extensive benefits including CPD support and flexible rota patterns.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years post qualification experience required.
• Interest in Nurse Clinics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care for small animal patients.
• Support Nurse Clinics and foster collaboration in patient care.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Patient care

Collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Registered Veterinary Nurse FTC role at IVC Evidensia. This is a 12-month fixed term contract based at Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital, Stroud. Suited for a Registered Veterinary Nurse with 1-2 years post qualification experience and an interest in Nurse Clinics.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care for small animal patients in clinic and hospital settings.
• Support Nurse Clinics and contribute to a culture of collaboration, learning and excellence in patient care.

Rota and Hours

Typically 40 hours per week, spread over 5 days with a mix of early and late shifts (latest finish 19:30). You will have a 1:5 share in the Saturday role (08:00–14:00) with TOIL. There is no out-of-hours shift. The practice is closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

About the Practice

Stroud branch is equipped with an operating theatre, dedicated dental theatre, X-ray, dental X-ray, portable ultrasound and a newly installed scavenging system. There are separate Cat and Dog wards and an isolation kennel, a Cat reception area, and a spacious waiting room. The practice emphasizes collaboration with regular team and practice meetings; quarterly social events are organised.

Benefits and Development

• Competitive base salary up to £35,000 per year.
• Work-life balance with flexible rota patterns.
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; additional birthday holiday entitlement.
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline; enhanced family-friendly policies; wellbeing initiatives.
• Development: £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; certificate support; Learning and Development via the IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon; research funding opportunities; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme.
• Professional Memberships: VDS cover; RCVS fees.
• Colleague Benefits: pension scheme with employer contribution; Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility); voluntary benefits options; discounts with retailers; discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices.

Additional Information

Reference to related veterinary nurse roles and generic postings are not part of the current role description.