Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Cheltenham is seeking an enthusiastic RVN to join their committed team. This role offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, annual leave, and professional development support. Candidates will have access to advanced technology and a varied case load, contributing to a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays

Additional holiday for your birthday

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

£550 CPD allowance plus paid leave

Company pension scheme

Pet treatment discounts

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Enthusiastic team player with a commitment to animal care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent client and patient care.
• Work alongside a team of vets and nurses across multiple branches.
• Participate in continued professional development (CPD).

Skills

Client care

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic RVN to work at our busy practice, made up of one main hospital and 4 satellite branches. We promote further growth and development within the team, giving you access to a large client base with a wide variety of cases, CPD, and a supportive team. In this role, you will work with a dedicated team of Vets, Nurses, and support staff to deliver excellent client and patient care. You will be required to work across all branches.

Rota patterns that work for you

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and work-life balance is vital. We offer flexibility for part- and full-time applications. A typical full-time role involves working an average of 37 hours over 4 days, with 1:4 Saturday mornings. No out-of-hours or on-call duties are required.

A bit about us

Located in Cheltenham, known for horse racing and a vibrant social scene, Dragon Vets is an established practice with specialist equipment including CT, DR, endoscopy, ultrasonography, laparoscopic kits, and more. Our team comprises 16 vets, including specialists in surgery, cardiology, and medicine, practicing evidence-based medicine with regular clinical discussions and colleague support. We perform complex surgeries and treat intensive cases, often handling cases that might be referred elsewhere. Our client base is large and varied. We have a dedicated out-of-hours team, Vets Now, within the same building, providing 24-hour care. Our nursing team includes 17 RVNs and 4 SVNs at various stages of training.

Because our people matter

We value our staff as key to our success, investing in our team, facilities, and processes. Benefits include:

• 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, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Employee wellbeing initiatives

Development

• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
• Support for certificates
• Learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopedia
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & 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 and cashback offers
• Pet treatment discounts at IVC Evidensia practices