Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC

Fivelands Veterinary Centre, Moseley, Birmingham, West Midlands

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Fivelands Veterinary Centre on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Fivelands Veterinary Centre is a friendly, well-established small animal practice with three sites, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for both our team and clients. Based primarily at our main branch in the lively village of Moseley, near Birmingham city centre, this is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within a growing and dynamic practice.

We are proud to be an ISFM Silver Cat Friendly practice, with Veterinary Surgeons holding certificates in Feline Medicine and Dentistry, and others currently working towards certificates in Surgery and Internal Medicine. We also provide referral-level abdominal and cardiac ultrasound, giving exposure to a varied and interesting caseload.

Practice Highlights

• Friendly, well-established small animal practice across three sites
• Main branch based in the lively village of Moseley, near Birmingham city centre
• ISFM Silver Cat Friendly practice
• Certificate holders in Feline Medicine and Dentistry, with further certificate study underway in Surgery and Internal Medicine

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Two late shifts per week finishing at 7:30pm
• No out-of-hours requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
• Run nurse consultations and support preventative healthcare
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating…