Registered Veterinary Nurse (Part-Time)

IVC Evidensia Group; Kettering; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

CPD allowance £550 + 24hrs paid leave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

IVC Evidensia UK is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse for a part-time position at Sampson Park, Kettering. You will contribute to high-quality nursing care across medical and surgical cases, while supporting consultations and nurse clinics in a collaborative team environment.

The role offers flexible hours across two weekdays with a 1 in 4 Saturday rotation, providing opportunities to develop clinical skills within a supportive primary care practice.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with anaesthesia induction, maintenance and patient monitoring.
• Support Veterinary Surgeons, assist with consultations and run dedicated nurse clinics.
• Provide exceptional client care, education and advice.

Skills

RVN Registration

Clinical nursing experience

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Proactive learning

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

inspiring vet care - Kettering, Kettering, East Midlands

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 Sampson Park, Kettering on a permanent, part-time basis.

Sampson Park, Kettering is part of an established group of veterinary practices across Northamptonshire, providing high-quality first opinion care to pets and their owners.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN looking for a part-time position within a supportive veterinary environment. You'll enjoy a varied nursing role, with opportunities to develop your clinical skills across medical and surgical nursing, consultations and inpatient care.

You will work directly alongside a collaborative team typically consisting of 3 Vets, 4 fellow RVNs, 1 Student Veterinary Nurse, 1 Veterinary Care Assistant and 5 Client Care Receptionists.

Practice Highlights

• Dedicated on-site theatre suite
• Modern digital X-ray and ultrasound diagnostics room
• In-house clinical testing laboratory

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

• 16 hours per week across two weekdays, 8-hour shifts
• Early shift: 8:00am to 4:30pm, Late shift: 11:00am to 7:30pm with 30 mins break
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings, 9:00am to 12:30pm

General Responsibilities

• Assist with anaesthesia induction, maintenance and patient monitoring
• Support Veterinary Surgeons, assist with consultations and run dedicated nurse clinics
• Provide exceptional client care, education and advice

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
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through our subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• 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
• 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
• 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.

inspiring vet care - Kettering

Unit 3, Mariners Way, Northfield Avenue, Kettering, NN16 8AR, 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.