Registered Veterinary Nurse

Kernow Vet Group; Stroud; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Stroud is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to enhance their commitment to excellent small animal care. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of post-qualification experience and an interest in Nurse Clinics. With a supportive team culture, flexible rota, and competitive salary of up to £32,000, this role offers a balanced work-life integration and a commitment to professional development through CPD opportunities and additional benefits.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount for pet treatment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of post-qualification experience as an RVN.
• Interest in Nurse Clinics.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent small animal care.
• Participate in Nurse Clinics.
• Assist in maintaining practice facilities.

Skills

Nurse Clinics

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nursing qualification

Job description

Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital, Stroud, Stroud, South West

Join Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital, where we value continuous learning and development, providing state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Bring your expertise as a Registered Veterinary Nurse to our practice, contributing to our commitment to excellence in small animal care. This is a full-time role, which would suit an RVN that has an interest in Nurse Clinics, with at least 1-2 years of post qualification experience.

Rota patterns that work for you

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. Typically, the full-time position is 40 hours per week, spread over 5 days with a mix of early and late shifts (latest finish is 7:30pm). You will have a 1:5 share in the Saturday role (08:00am – 02:00pm) with TOIL. There is no OOH and we close on Christmas Day and New Years Day.

A bit about us

Our Stroud branch is equipped with an operating theatre, dedicated dental theatre, X-ray, dental X-ray, portable ultrasound and a newly installed scavenging system. We have separate Cat and Dog wards and an isolation kennel. We offer a separate Cat reception area, and a spacious and welcoming waiting room.

As a practice we focus on collaboration ensuring consistency and cohesion across all teams which is supported by regular team and whole practice meetings. Social events are organised quarterly, examples of which include, ninja warrior, pottery painting, team rounders, family fun days, wine tasting and samba drumming.

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 of up to £32,000, 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 employee wellbeing

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• 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

Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital, Stroud

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