Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Harrogate is seeking a compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse to provide exceptional patient care and support clients. The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering high-quality inpatient care, managing anaesthesia, and conducting informative nurse consultations. This full-time position offers a collaborative team environment with excellent work-life balance and professional development opportunities. If you are dedicated and eager to grow within a supportive practice, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted treatment for pets

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent patient care.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to build trusting relationships.
• Passion for ongoing learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional standards of patient care.
• Support clients through clear and empathetic communication.
• Involve in essential laboratory procedures.

Skills

Excellent patient care

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Communication

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Salary up to £30,000 DOE

No OOH

The Role

Wilton House Veterinary Clinic is delighted to invite applications from a compassionate, organised and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly, dedicated team.

As an RVN at Wilton House, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional standards of patient care while supporting clients with clear, empathetic communication, particularly during sensitive and emotional situations. The role is varied and rewarding, encompassing high-quality inpatient care for medical and surgical cases, the management and monitoring of anaesthesia, and the delivery of engaging and informative nurse consultations. You will also be involved in essential laboratory procedures and work closely with the wider clinical team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the practice on a day-to-day basis.

About you

We are seeking an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse with a proven track record of excellent patient care and a positive, proactive approach to teamwork. The ideal candidate will share our core values of compassion, professionalism and collaboration, and will be passionate about ongoing learning and development within a progressive veterinary environment. Strong organisational skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with both colleagues and clients are essential.

About us

Wilton House Veterinary Clinic is an established and well-regarded practice located in the charming town of Guisborough, on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The area offers an outstanding quality of life, with beautiful countryside, nearby beaches and easy access to vibrant cities such as Newcastle and Durham. Our clinic is well equipped with a modern operating theatre, digital X-ray, ultrasound and a fully equipped in-house laboratory. You will be joining a passionate and supportive team of Veterinary Nurses and Animal Care Assistants who work collaboratively to deliver the highest standards of care. We also benefit from close collaboration with neighbouring practices and the guidance of Gillian Wormald, Clinical Director at Stokesley Vets, reinforcing our commitment to continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

Rota

This full-time role is based on a 40-hour working week, with the option of a four- or five-day week from Monday to Friday. Saturday mornings are worked on a one-in-four rota from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, and there is no out-of-hours requirement. In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive working environment, genuine opportunities for professional development and the chance to build a rewarding career in a beautiful location.

If you are a dedicated and empathetic RVN looking to join a caring, forward-thinking practice with a team ready to welcome their new colleague, we would love to hear from you.

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Wilton House Veterinary Clinic, Guisborough

Wilton Lane, Guisborough, Guisborough, TS14 6JA, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a 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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.