Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Holmefield Veterinary Clinic Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in the UK is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join their dedicated team. The role involves surgical nursing and consultations at two locations. Benefits include 6.6 weeks annual leave, private medical insurance, and a CPD allowance. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic and capable of working flexible hours up to 33 hours per week. A supportive environment with a mix of modern facilities is offered, with potential earnings up to £30,604 depending on experience.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

£550 CPD allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym membership

Pension contributions

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Hardworking and enthusiastic attitude required.
• Experience in surgical nursing and consultations preferred.
• Ability to work up to 33 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Join a friendly team at a small animal practice.
• Perform surgical nursing and assist in consultations.
• Work across two sites, mainly at Brayton.

Job description

We are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic RVN to join our team on a permanent basis. You will have plenty of support to help you thrive in this varied role which will include a mix of surgical nursing and consultations. You’ll be based mainly at our Brayton site, but there will be 1 shift per week at the Sherburn site.

Work life balance that works for you

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that a good work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. Ideally, we’re looking for someone to work up to 33 hours per week. Shifts will be between 08:30 - 19:00 across Monday - Friday, along with the 1:8 Saturday rota. There’s no out of hours require for this role.

About us

Holmefield is a friendly long established 100% small animal practice with an experienced and long-standing team. Holmefield Vets has its main site in the beautiful village of Brayton with a smaller branch practice in the picturesque Sherburn-in-Elmet. We are situated in a beautiful semi-rural location in North Yorkshire, whilst still being well connected to city life. There are regular direct trains from Selby to London, Manchester and Leeds and there is also a train station in Sherburn-in-Elmet. We are just a 20-minute drive from York, and Leeds and Hull are within striking distance too.

At the main site we have access to modern, reliable, and well-maintained equipment including digital x-ray, a brand-new ultrasound suitable for both abdominal and cardiac scans, K-laser, multiparameter monitoring machine and doppler blood pressure. We have separate species wards and are proud to be a cat friendly clinic. We also have a separate bereavement room to ensure a pet’s final visit is as peaceful as possible. The practice was refurbished recently and is beautifully light and airy with a huge staff room and separate vet office for case research and phone calls. At the branch practice we undertake consults and routine surgery, and staff enjoy working at this smaller practice from time to time and building close relationships with the clients. Patient safety is a priority, and all brachycephalic breeds or higher risk patients undergo anaesthetics and surgeries at the main hospital to ensure sufficient staffing levels during the post-operative period.

There is no doubt that our biggest strength is our incredible team. You will be joining an experienced, talented and friendly team who pride themselves on having a positive and inclusive culture. Communication is prioritised here, with regular team meetings, full practice meetings and opportunities to discuss cases to ensure everyone feels included, empowered, and heard. We have a vet working towards her certificate in Feline medicine, and a nurse who has completed a behaviour qualification. We have a vet who is an advanced practitioner in small animal surgery. We also have a receptionist who has completed bereavement training and offers support to clients who are saying goodbye to their pets.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate Support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Up to £30,604 (DOE)