Senior RVN (MAT Cover 12 month FTC)

CVS Veterinary Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

Generous CPD allowance

Funded training and qualifications

Health cash plan

Wellbeing support

Staff discounts on veterinary care

Job summary

Celtic Veterinary Centre in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly small animal team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week with 1 in 5 Saturdays and time off in lieu.

Join a well-equipped, purpose-built practice with dedicated dentistry, ophthalmology and internal medicine support. We offer CPD, certificate support through CVS, RCVS fees paid, and a supportive environment for career development.

Qualifications

• Qualified RVN registered with the RCVS.
• Experience in small animal practice preferred.
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient care and patient monitoring
• Anaesthesia and theatre nursing
• Nurse consultations
• Laboratory work and diagnostics
• Supporting medical and surgical cases
• Client education and preventative healthcare

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) | Celtic Veterinary Centre, Cardiff

12 Month fixed Term Contract | Small Animal Practice

Full-Time | 40 hours per week | Only 1 in 5 Saturdays with time off in lieu

Competitive Salary | Up to £32,000 per annum

Why Join Celtic Veterinary Centre?

• Join a friendly, experienced and supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together.
• Be part of an exciting move into a brand-new, purpose-built practice with state-of-the-art facilities
• Work alongside certificate holders in Dentistry, Ophthalmology and Internal Medicine, plus an RVN with an ISFM Feline Nursing Certificate
• Excellent opportunities for career development, CPD and certificate support through CVS.
• Enjoy a varied nursing role with opportunities to utilise your full nursing skillset.
• Be based in Cardiff, offering the perfect mix of city life, green spaces and beautiful Welsh coastline nearby.

At CVS, we put our people first because we know supported colleagues provide the very best patient care. With excellent career development opportunities, experienced colleagues on hand, and a culture of collaboration and improvement, you'll have everything you need to thrive.

Supporting our people isn't just something we do, it's in our nature.

We're looking for an experienced, caring and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Celtic Veterinary Centre in Cardiff.

Life at Celtic Veterinary Centre

You’ll be joining a supportive and experienced team of 5 Veterinary Surgeons, including certificate holders in Dentistry, Ophthalmology and Internal Medicine, alongside 3 RVNs, 3 Student Veterinary Nurses, 1 PCA and 4 Receptionists. We also have an RVN with an ISFM Feline Nursing Certificate, giving you access to a wealth of knowledge and support across a range of clinical interests.

We're passionate about helping our team develop and actively encourage further learning, whether that's pursuing additional qualifications, developing a clinical interest, or progressing into leadership roles.

As an RVN, you’ll be involved in all aspects of nursing, including:

• Inpatient care and patient monitoring
• Anaesthesia and theatre nursing
• Nurse consultations
• Laboratory work and diagnostics
• Supporting medical and surgical cases
• Client education and preventative healthcare

We're also excited to be moving into a brand-new purpose-built practice, providing an exceptional working environment for both our team and patients. The new site will feature:

• Separate dog and cat wards
• Two modern operating theatres
• Dedicated dental suite with dental radiography
• State-of-the-art equipment and facilities throughout
• Purpose-designed clinical and colleague areas

This is an exciting opportunity to join the practice at a transformative time, with the chance to help shape the future of the team while working in a modern, well-equipped environment.

You’ll be encouraged to use your nursing skills to their full potential while working alongside a knowledgeable, collaborative team that genuinely enjoys supporting one another and delivering outstanding patient care.

Location

Based in Cardiff, the practice is easily accessible from Newport, Caerphilly, Penarth, Barry, Pontypridd, Llantrisant and the wider Cardiff area. With excellent transport links, beautiful parks, a vibrant city centre and the Welsh coastline nearby, Cardiff offers an outstanding quality of life both inside and outside of work.

Benefits

• RCVS fees paid
• Generous CPD allowance and development opportunities
• Access to a wide range of funded training and qualifications
• Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support and wellbeing champions
• Staff discounts on veterinary care, medications and pet products

Join Us

At CVS, we're committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. You'll have access to excellent wellbeing support, industry-leading benefits, and a network of mentors and wellbeing champions. With dedicated central support teams and continued investment in our practices and facilities, we enable our clinical teams to focus on delivering outstanding patient care.