Registered Veterinary Nurse

Kernow Vet Group; West Boldon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in West Boldon seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to manage clinical duties in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in anaesthesia and inpatient care. The role offers a competitive salary up to £33,000 DOE, 6.6 weeks annual leave, and a commitment to employee development. Applicants can expect a rewarding atmosphere within a well-established team.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered with RCVS.
• Experience in anaesthesia and inpatient care.
• Team-oriented and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Manage ops diary.
• Take radiographs.
• Monitor anaesthetics.
• Provide clinical advice to clients.

Skills

Confident with anaesthesia

Inpatient care

Client communication

Organised

Attention to detail

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Cogges Veterinary Surgery, Witney, Witney, South East

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Cogges Veterinary Surgery, Witney

Up to £33,000 DOE

Full or Part Time – 40 hours per week

Join a team that truly values balance and community

We’re looking for a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated team at Cogges Veterinary Surgery in Witney. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, close client relationships, and working within a supportive, family-feel environment.

Your day will include a broad mix of clinical and client-focused duties, such as:

• Managing the ops diary
• Taking radiographs
• Monitoring anaesthetics
• Caring for inpatients
• Providing clinical advice to clients
• Supporting the vet and reception teams

We actively encourage and support individual interests and development areas, giving you the opportunity to shape your nursing role and expand your skills.

Work Schedule

• Full-time: 5 x 8-hour shifts per week (40 hours)
• 1 in 5 weekends, compensated with TOIL
• 3 early finishes at 4pm each week
• Part-time applicants also welcome

About the Practice

Cogges Veterinary Surgery is a well-established, single-site small animal practice that’s been part of the Witney community since 1993. We joined IVC Evidensia in 2019 and continue to provide excellent standards of care in a friendly, welcoming environment.

We’re fully equipped with digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, and in-house Idexx laboratory machines to support a wide range of clinical work. Our loyal client base has been built over decades, and we’re proud of the lasting relationships we’ve developed with them.

Witney is a thriving market town surrounded by beautiful countryside, with great links to Oxford and London – ideal for those who want a great work-life balance and quality of life.

What We’re Looking For

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Confident with anaesthesia, inpatient care, and client communication
• Team-focused with a proactive, caring approach
• Organised and reliable with strong attention to detail

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 salary up to £33,000 DOE, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off
• Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid 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

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Cogges Veterinary Surgery, Witney

The Neighbourhood Centre, Cogges Hill Road, Witney, OX28 3XY, 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 Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.