Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

This is a part-time position working three days per week—ideally Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday—with flexibility on specific days and hours to suit the right candidate. Shifts are typically 8 hours, with working hours between 8am and 7:30pm, so no unsocial early starts or late finishes. You’ll participate in a 1:12 weekend rota at the practice’s Bradley Stoke Hospital, covering Saturday and Sunday shifts.

You’ll be joining a busy, first-opinion practice in Wotton-under-Edge committed to exceptional clinical care in a friendly environment. The surgery is conveniently located just 10 minutes from Junction 14 of the M5, offering easy access to Bristol and the surrounding area. The caseload is varied and rewarding, with access to advanced imaging and specialist services including MRI and feline radioactive iodine facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional nursing care to hospitalised patients, ensuring excellent welfare and clinical outcomes
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures, monitor anaesthesia (including MRI anaesthetics), and support veterinary surgeons during operations
• Run nurse-led clinics focused on preventative healthcare and client education, strengthening relationships with clients
• Support advanced services including MRI procedures and the feline radioactive iodine unit
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, building trust and confidence in clinical services
• Collaborate positively with the nursing team, contributing to a supportive culture and clinical excellence

Requirements

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) qualification
• Experience in small animal nursing (experienced RVNs, recently qualified nurses, or those returning to practice are all welcome)
• Passion for clinical excellence and patient welfare
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships

Benefits

• Annual Leave: 6.6 weeks inclusive of bank holidays, with increasing allowance based on length of service, plus your birthday as a paid day off
• Professional Development: £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave (pro rata), certificate support, access to IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia, and eligibility to apply for research funding
• Wellbeing: Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay), private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and non-accidental injury support
• Professional Memberships: VDS cover and RCVS fees paid
• Pension: 5% employee contribution with 3% employer match
• Salary: Up to £33,000 FTE DOE
• Additional Perks: Pawsome Benefits (reward gateway with discounts and cashback from 100+ retailers), discounted staff pet care, and staff discounts and rewards

About the Practice

Rowe Veterinary Group operates the Wotton-under-Edge Surgery & MRI Centre as a busy, modern first-opinion practice serving the local community with advanced diagnostic and specialist capabilities. The practice is part of IVC Evidensia, a leading veterinary group committed to clinical excellence and employee wellbeing.

The team is friendly, motivated, and clinically driven, with a shared passion for patient care and professional development. The practice maintains high clinical standards whilst fostering a collaborative and enjoyable working environment where staff feel genuinely supported.