Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Little Driffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Street Vets seeks a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a close-knit, supportive team in Little Driffield. This role emphasizes exceptional patient care and offers varied responsibilities, including monitoring anaesthesia and consulting. With a commitment to professional development, the clinic offers generous annual leave, CPD allowance, and a friendly atmosphere that fosters teamwork and collaboration.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave

Discounted treatment for your own pets

Qualifications

• Motivated, compassionate, and confident RVN who prioritises patient welfare.
• Comfortable consulting, monitoring anaesthesia, and performing nursing duties.
• Variety in roles such as theatre, surgical prep, kennel care, and consulting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anaesthesia and perform nursing duties in various settings.
• Provide compassionate care and support during consultations.
• Engage in kennel care and dispensary work.

Skills

Compassionate

Confident

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Bridge Street Vets.

About Us

At Bridge Street Vets, we’re more than just a veterinary practice—we’re a close-knit family dedicated to delivering exceptional continuity of care and maintaining the highest clinical standards. Our welcoming, friendly atmosphere puts patients and clients first, while fostering a supportive environment for our team. Regular feedback sessions, team meetings, praise, and appraisals are just a few ways our leadership supports your professional growth and work-life balance.

We believe teamwork and collaboration are the heart of success and job satisfaction—something reflected in our vibrant team culture. Outside work, we enjoy social events, lunch & learn CPD sessions, and our much-loved annual ‘Christmas Olympics’.

Meet the Team

Our experienced team includes 3 vets, 4 RVNs, and 2 support staff. Discover more about us on our website’s ‘Meet the Team’ page and follow our social media for a glimpse into our practice life.

Our Clinic

Located in the bustling market town of Driffield, our spacious, modern clinic is designed for comfort and efficiency. Features include:

• Light, airy spaces and a living-room style consult room for compassionate euthanasia and nurse clinics
• Separate facilities for theatre, kennels, cattery, isolation, and dental/x-ray prep
• Dedicated waiting areas for cats, small furries, anxious dogs, and friendly dogs
• A beautiful park opposite and a scenic beck nearby—perfect for relaxing lunch breaks

As a proudly cat-friendly practice holding RCVS General Practitioner Certification and cat-friendly clinic certificates, we’re passionate about supporting your career development with tailored CPD, training opportunities, and goal-setting guidance. Many of our leadership team have grown within our practice, and we encourage continuous learning and skill development.

About You

We’re seeking a motivated, compassionate, and confident RVN who prioritises patient welfare and client care. You’ll be comfortable consulting, monitoring anaesthesia, and ready to take on a variety of nursing duties including theatre, surgical prep, kennel care, consulting, and dispensary work—offering you a dynamic and varied role.

Working Hours

We are currently offering part-time or full-time working hours. Part-time hours are 30 per week, working from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Full-time hours are 40 per week, Monday to Thursday, also from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.. You’ll also work one Saturday morning (9:00 am to 12:00 pm) on a rotating 1-in-4 schedule. With no out-of-hours duties and rotas planned well in advance, we provide an excellent work-life balance. Additionally, there are opportunities for overtime evening shifts to check on stable inpatients when needed.

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, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave 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
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Bridge Street Veterinary Practice, Driffield

Bridge Street Vets, 21 Bridge Street, Driffield, YO25 6DB, 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 Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.