Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] on a full-time basis.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a busy first opinion and referral hospital located in the heart of Staffordshire, offering a fantastic opportunity to work within a varied and dynamic clinical environment. Our practice combines high-quality first opinion care with specialist referral services, alongside a strong focus on teaching and mentoring within the team.

We have recently refurbished one of our branch surgeries into a dedicated feline clinic, proudly accredited as an ISFM Gold Cat Friendly Clinic. Our modern, well-equipped facilities include separate theatres and prep areas, digital and dental x-ray, CT, endoscopy, laparoscopic surgery, and multi-parameter monitoring, allowing us to deliver a high standard of care across a diverse caseload.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

This is a varied role offering exposure to inpatient care, theatre work, nurse clinics, referral cases, and our dedicated cat clinic. You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills across a range of areas including anaesthesia, imaging, and client care, while also contributing to a teaching environment supporting student nurses and veterinary students.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week over 4 days, Monday to Friday between 7:00am and 7:00pm, with shifts varying on a rota basis and a 30-minute unpaid break. There are no out-of-hours or weekend requirements, supported by an external emergency care provider.

General responsibilities include:

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across both first opinion and referral caseloads
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
• Run and support nurse clinics, contributing to preventative healthcare and client education

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including - Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are 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.