Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Shinfield Vets; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted veterinary practice in Reading is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The role offers a rotating schedule across various areas, ensuring varied and rewarding experience. Benefits include competitive salary up to £32,000pa, 6.6 weeks annual leave, and private medical insurance. This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Passionate and proactive RVN who thrives on variety and embraces teamwork.
• Clinical coaching experience is a bonus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work in theatre, inpatient care, and nurse-led clinics as part of a rotating schedule.
• Contribute to high standards of patient care and team collaboration.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Clinical coaching

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Shinfield Vets. Located in Reading, Shinfield Vets is a trusted, well-established practice with over 50 years of experience caring for pets. Proudly accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care. We are also honoured to hold silver level accreditation as a Cat Friendly Clinic, reflecting our commitment to feline welfare. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a rewarding career with a supportive team.

In your role, you will rotate through different areas, including theatre, inpatient care, and nurse-led clinics, gaining varied and rewarding experience. We’ll encourage you to grow, take on new responsibilities, and even help shape how we work together as a practice. Whether you want to mentor, lead, or simply develop your skills, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

About us

At Shinfield Vets, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit, supportive team where every voice is valued. We actively encourage new ideas and innovative approaches to continuously improve the care we provide. Our dedicated team consists of 4 experienced vets, 4 registered veterinary nurses, and 3 student veterinary nurses, and 1 practice director. Our Practice Director, Jo, has been with the practice for over 20 years, providing exceptional support and guidance to the team.

Responsibilities

In your role as a Registered Veterinary Nurse, responsibilities include:

• Working in theatre, inpatient care, and nurse-led clinics as part of a rotating schedule
• Contributing to high standards of patient care and team collaboration

What we are looking for

We’re looking for a passionate and proactive RVN who thrives on variety, embraces teamwork, and always puts patient care first. Clinical coaching experience is a bonus, but not essential.

Working hours

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. The role also includes participation in a 1 in 4 Saturday rota, between 8:00 to 17:00.

Benefits and development

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
• Wellbeing
  • 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
• Colleague Benefits
  • Company pension scheme with employer contribution
  • Cycle to Work and Green Cars Scheme (eligibility applies)
  • Voluntary benefits with a range of options
  • Discounts/cashback with retailers
  • Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Up to £32,000pa DOE