
Join a supportive small animal nursing team at a new purpose-built practice in Bristol with no out-of-hours requirements and genuine Saturday sharing. This 12-month maternity cover role offers structured development through a dedicated Nurse Academy.
1 in 4 Saturdays (day shifts); no out-of-hours or night shift requirement
You'll become an integral part of the clinical team at Animal House Vets' Speedwell practice, delivering high-quality nursing care to a range of first opinion small animal cases. This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term maternity cover position based primarily at Speedwell, with occasional support needed at the practice's three sister sites across Bristol as required.
Working 38 hours across four days (shifts between 8:30 and 18:30), you'll enjoy no out-of-hours on-call requirement and a shared Saturday rota (1 in 4). The practice is newly purpose-built and Silver Cat Friendly accredited, creating a modern environment focused on animal welfare and client experience.
Animal House Vets is a four-site small animal group based across Bristol, part of IVC Evidensia (inspiring vet care), the UK's leading veterinary care provider serving over 2 million animals. The Speedwell practice is newly purpose-built and holds Silver Cat Friendly status, reflecting the team's commitment to high-welfare standards and client experience.
The nursing team is friendly and empowering, with a focus on development and team collaboration. IVC Evidensia offers structured career pathways, access to their dedicated Nurse Academy, and a values-led culture centred on care, community, and continuous improvement.