About the Role
You'll be joining Boness Veterinary Hospital, a busy, well-equipped small animal practice nestled in rural Bedfordshire with a satellite branch nearby. This full-time position offers varied clinical nursing across both sites, working alongside a strong team of experienced RVNs, vets with multiple certificates, and a dedicated lab technician. With a manageable rota including midweek shifts and Saturday mornings (2:6), you'll have genuine time to recharge alongside meaningful clinical work.
Whether newly qualified or experienced, you'll find plenty of opportunities to develop your skills in a collaborative, professional environment where the team genuinely supports each other. The practice is RCVS-accredited and offers excellent facilities including diagnostic imaging, surgical theatres, in-house lab, and separate cat and dog wards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-standard small animal nursing care across the main hospital and branch surgery
- Support diagnostic imaging, surgical theatre work, and in-house laboratory procedures
- Provide excellent patient and client care with a proactive, positive approach
- Work collaboratively with the 13-strong nursing team and veterinary staff
- Contribute to the practice's commitment to outstanding care and strong client relationships
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification (RVN)
- Confidence working in a busy hospital environment
- Genuine commitment to excellent patient and client care
- Ability to work as part of a close-knit, supportive team
- Proactive and positive approach to work
Benefits
- Generous leave: 6.6 weeks annual holiday with increasing allowance based on service, plus your birthday as a paid day off
- CPD investment: £550 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid leave, access to IVC Evidensia Academy, and Vetlexicon online reference
- Health & wellbeing: Private medical insurance, enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay, Cycle to Work scheme
- Professional support: VDS cover and RCVS fees paid
- Pension: 5% employee contribution with 3% employer match
- Additional perks: Pawsome Benefits (reward gateway with discounts at 100+ retailers), discounted staff pet care
- Competitive salary: Up to £30,000 pa DOE
About the Practice
Boness Veterinary Hospital is an RCVS-accredited hospital serving the Barton-le-Clay area with a second branch in Flitwick. The practice has built a reputation for outstanding primary healthcare, comprehensive surgery and medicine, and a 24/7 emergency service with vets and nurses on site round the clock. They also provide emergency cover for several other practices and accept referrals, giving staff exposure to varied and interesting cases.
Located in peaceful countryside with excellent transport links to Bedford, Luton, and beyond, the practice combines rural charm with urban convenience. The team—vets, nurses, and client care staff—works in a genuinely supportive, family-friendly environment where work-life balance and personal wellbeing are genuinely valued. Training is continuous and exceeds 150 days annually, and the team uses the latest technology and equipment.
