Registered Veterinary Nurse - PT

Kernow Vet Group; Belper CP, Milford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A Veterinary Practice in Belper is seeking a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a supportive team. You will play a crucial role in patient care daily and develop your nursing skills in a caring environment. The position offers competitive pay up to £26,000 based on experience and beneficial work-life balance perks including generous annual leave and CPD opportunities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Confidence across all areas of general nursing.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anaesthesia and provide patient care.
• Conduct laboratory work and imaging.
• Assist on reception as needed.

Skills

Compassion

Strong communication

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Riverside Veterinary Centre, Belper, East Midlands

Join a Team Where Your Skills Truly Matter

Riverside Veterinary Centre in Belper, Derbyshire is seeking a qualified and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, close-knit practice that genuinely values teamwork, wellbeing and professional growth.

As an RVN at Riverside Vets, you’ll be encouraged to make full use of your nursing skills. Your day-to-day duties will include anaesthesia monitoring, patient care, laboratory work, imaging, and nurse clinics. You may occasionally assist on reception, but the focus of your role will always be on nursing and delivering the highest standard of care.

Our diary is designed to ensure realistic caseloads and smooth workflows, with time built in for same-day emergencies and patient continuity.

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position working 33.66 hours per week across 4 days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday). Shifts will vary between 8am–5pm or 10am–7pm depending on the rota, plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8am–1pm).

Our emergency care is handled by Vets Now, although you may occasionally be required to stay late to assist with a later case. On the rare occasion a patient is hospitalised overnight, you may be asked to complete checks.

About the Practice

Riverside Vets is a well-established, single-site small animal practice in Belper, with an exciting future ahead — we’ve just signed the lease on a brand-new building one mile away in Milford, with plans to move in early 2026. This larger space will allow us to expand our facilities and continue improving the working environment for our team.

Our team includes seven veterinary surgeons, six RVNs, one SVN, three receptionists and a practice manager. We’re proud to offer a genuinely supportive and respectful workplace where everyone looks out for each other. Whether it’s a busy day in clinic or a team meal, night out in Nottingham, or walk with our dogs, you’ll feel part of something special from day one.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse with at least 3 years’ post-qualification experience and confidence across all areas of general nursing. You’ll be a strong communicator who thrives both independently and as part of a team. Above all, you’ll bring compassion, professionalism and a genuine love for supporting patients and clients alike.

A commitment to learning and continuous professional development is actively encouraged and supported.

Why Join Us?

At Riverside, you’ll be joining a team that truly values each member. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment where your wellbeing and career progression are a real priority.

Salary: Up to £26,000 DOE

Hours: 33.66 hours per week over 4 days

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 up to £26,000 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

Riverside Veterinary Centre, Belper

Unit 3 Goods Wharf, Goods Road, DE56 1UU, 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.