Role Details

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Hitchin, is looking for a friendly and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive and experienced team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience across a broad range of treatments and procedures while being part of a fun, professional environment.

As an RVN at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you’ll be involved in a variety of nursing duties including patient care, nurse clinics, theatre work, and supporting a wide range of treatments and procedures. Our nurses are encouraged to use their full potential and make the most of the advanced equipment available, including laparoscopy, digital x-ray (including dental), multiparameter monitoring, and Phovia.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Shift patterns: 7:30–16:00, 8:00–16:30, 10:00–18:30, with occasional duty shifts 15:00–21:45
• Weekends 1 in 7: 9:00–15:00 and 8:30–12:30
• No out-of-hours calls; reception staff cover opening hours

About the Practice

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a well-established, single-site small animal practice in the centre of Hitchin. The practice is just five minutes from the mainline station into London and ten minutes from the bustling High Street, offering a mix of cafes, high street shops, and independent retailers. Our modern facilities include advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment, and our team is committed to providing excellent care for both patients and clients.

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong all-round nursing skills
• Friendly, enthusiastic, and proactive team player
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and client service
• Ability to thrive in a busy practice while maintaining professionalism and organisation

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our practice. Investing in our team, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. As part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you’ll benefit from:

• Work-Life Balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, birthday paid day off
• Wellbeing: Private medical insurance, enhanced family-friendly policies, Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives, non-accidental injury support
• Development: £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata, IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon, research funding, Infection Prevention and Control Programme, Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships: VDS cover, RCVS fees
• Additional: Pawsome Benefits, Pension (5% Employee/3% Employer), Discounted staff pet care

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. 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.

For questions, contact Amy Padgett at amy.padgett@[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].com