Veterinary Nurse - York

Purosearch; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in York is seeking a Registered or Final Year Student Veterinary Nurse. The role involves surgical preparation, assisting in theatre, and providing post-operative care while educating clients. Living in vibrant York offers a great work-life balance. Applicants should ideally be RCVS registered, but students nearing qualification are also encouraged to apply. The practice supports professional development while ensuring the highest care standards for animals.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Competitive salary

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Applicants should ideally be RCVS registered, though soon to qualify veterinary nurse students are encouraged to apply.
• Proactive CPD and professional development are actively encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures.
• Assist in the operating theatre.
• Provide post-operative care and guidance to owners.
• Educate clients on nutrition, vaccinations, and general animal care.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Positive demeanor

Animal care knowledge

Education

RCVS registration or veterinary nursing student status

Job description

Registered or Final Year Student Veterinary Nurse – York

Join an thriving veterinary practice in York, delivering exceptional care to pets, farm animals, and horses with a supportive, experienced team.

Take part in surgical preparation and theatre work, provide post-operative care, and educate owners on nutrition, vaccinations, and general animal care. Proactive CPD and professional development are actively encouraged, giving you the opportunity to grow within a friendly and welcoming environment.

Enjoy living in historic and vibrant York, with excellent schools, beautiful countryside, cultural attractions, and a fantastic work‑life balance.

This position would suit a proactive and positive individual looking to join a friendly and supportive team. CPD is actively encouraged, giving you opportunities to develop professionally while being part of a practice that values both its staff and clients.

Applicants should ideally be RCVS registered, though soon to qualify veterinary nurse students are encouraged to apply.

The role involves preparing patients for surgical procedures, assisting in the operating theatre, and providing post‑operative care and guidance to owners. You will also educate clients on nutrition, vaccinations, and general animal care, administer treatments, support in animal restraint, and ensure that surgical theatres and consult areas are maintained to the highest hygiene standards.

The Rota

• Full time position
• 5 day working week, with one 4 day week every 5 weeks
• OOH Rota

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Competitive salary
• Generous CPD allowance
• RCVS fees covered
• Employee discounts
• Plus much more!

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail].

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/.

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref : JOB-55705