Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Birmingham is seeking a hardworking and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their team. This role offers full-time or part-time hours with flexibility to adapt to your lifestyle, ensuring work-life balance while participating in a varied caseload supported by extensive training and development opportunities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) qualification required.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of nursing duties.
• Covering multiple local branches as needed.

Skills

Work-life balance

Job description

We are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic RVN to work alongside our large team of Vets, Nurses, Student Nurses, Veterinary Auxiliaries, and Receptionists. The role will include all aspects of nursing. The position is based at our branch in Harborne, located in the West Midlands on the outskirts of Birmingham. We have great transport links into Birmingham city centre and are close to beautiful rural areas such as Kinver, Clent Hills, and the Lickey Hills. You'll mainly be based at our Harborne site, with occasional coverage at our other local branches.

Work-life balance that works for you

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that a good work-life balance is vital for supporting our staff to be their best. Our flexible rota patterns and working hours offer a balance that adapts to your lifestyle, regardless of your career stage. We offer full-time or part-time hours, 25 or 40 hours per week. Part-time applicants can discuss specific days off.

Shifts vary between 07:00-19:30 Monday to Friday, with a 1:3 Saturday morning rota from 08:00-12:30.

About us

Our practice features ultrasound, CT, K-laser, Endoscopy, laparoscopy, and dental X-ray, enabling us to provide a wide range of services. We have 3-5 vets daily, including certificate holders in surgery, medicine, cardiology, exotic species, ophthalmology, and ECC. We support local charities, which form part of our caseload.

Manor Vets comprises 24 Veterinary Surgeons, 25 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 7 Student Veterinary Nurses, 9 Veterinary Auxiliaries, 17 Receptionists, 4 admin staff, and a team of managers. Our certificate holders across disciplines help us maintain a large, varied caseload.

Because our people matter

We value our staff as vital to our success. We invest in our people, premises, and processes. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

• Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, surrogacy pay)
• Employee wellbeing initiatives

Development

• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
• Certificate support
• Learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for vets and nurses
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with contributions from IVC Evidensia
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes
• Flexible voluntary benefits
• Discounts/cashback at participating retailers
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices