Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary practice as a Veterinary Nurse, where your skills will be valued, and your growth supported. This role offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to balance work and life while making a genuine impact on pets and their owners. You'll be part of a dynamic team that prioritizes wellbeing and professional development, with full CPD backing and numerous benefits including generous annual leave and private medical insurance. If you're passionate about animal care and want to thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Paid day off for your birthday

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

5% Employee / 3% Employer Pension contribution

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Looking for a qualified or newly qualified Veterinary Nurse.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in theatre and conducting nurse consultations.
• Managing a varied and rewarding caseload across two sites.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Are you a qualified or newly qualified Veterinary Nurse looking to thrive in a forward-thinking, kind, and collaborative practice? We're seeking an RVN to join our team across two Wolverhampton branches, Fallings Park and Penn Fields, where flexibility, growth, and team wellbeing are prioritized.

What's the Role?

You'll be part of a close-knit team managing a varied and rewarding caseload at both sites. Your daily responsibilities will include assisting in theatre and conducting nurse consultations, with ample opportunities to make a genuine difference to pets and their owners. We support professional development and offer full CPD backing to help you grow your skills and interests with us.

Your Schedule

We offer flexible rota patterns to promote a healthy work-life balance. Whether seeking full-time or part-time hours, we can tailor a rota to suit you. A typical full-time role involves around 40 hours per week over 4 to 5 days, with shifts between 8:30 am-6:30 pm or 9:00 am-7:00 pm. You will participate in a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota (9:00 am-2:00 pm). There are no out-of-hours duties, and we are closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

About St George's Vets

St George's is a two-site small animal practice in Wolverhampton, accredited as an RCVS Tier 2 Practice and Veterinary Nurse Training Practice. Our facilities include endoscopy, ultrasound, dental x-ray, full Idexx lab, and orthopaedic equipment. We foster a clinical environment built on mutual respect, kindness, and innovation, emphasizing team care to ensure the best care for our patients and clients.

We embrace Vetled initiatives, focusing on psychological safety, civility, and continuous improvement. Our collaborative culture supports everyone's ideas and passions, whether you're bringing surgical skills, patient care experience, or a positive attitude.

What We're Looking For

We seek a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A mindset rooted in kindness, respect, and a willingness to contribute to our positive workplace culture is essential. Whether newly qualified or experienced, if you want to join a team that values and supports your growth, this could be your ideal next step.

Because Our People Matter

We recognize our people are key to our success. We invest in our team, premises, and processes. Benefits include:

• Up to £30,000 DOE salary
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, increasing with service
• Paid day off for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Family-friendly policies, including paid maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives, including discounted gym membership
• Support for non-accidental injury cases

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro-rata
• Certificate support
• Learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits - discounts and cashback with retailers
• 5% Employee / 3% Employer Pension contribution
• Discounted staff pet care