Registered Veterinary Nurse; FTC)

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 Vale Vets and Referrals in Dursley on a full‑time, 12-month fixed‑term contract.

Vale Vets and Referrals are looking for an RVN to work across our first opinion and referral departments. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity for a nurse who enjoys a busy clinical environment, with the chance to rotate across areas including first opinion surgery, wards, ophthalmology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, medicine and nursing clinics.

Following a hospital expansion, we have new facilities including 5 theatres, a medicine suite for ultrasound and endoscopy, a dental room, x‑ray, larger ward areas with a separate cat ward and treatment room, a separate exotics ward and an onsite CT scanner.

• Varied role across both first opinion and referral departments
• Rotations across surgery, wards, ophthalmology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, medicine and nursing clinics
• Expanded hospital facilities including 5 theatres, medicine suite, dental room, x‑ray and onsite CT scanner
• Larger ward areas with separate cat ward, treatment room and exotics ward
• Large nursing team of 38 RVNs, SVNs and hospital assistants

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 and referral cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

• 40 hours per week
• 5‑day working week, 8‑hour shifts with a 30‑minute lunch break
• 1 in 8 weekends, with time off in lieu
• Minimal weekday on‑call duties

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across first opinion and referral caseloads
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide excellent inpatient care across ward areas
• Support nursing clinics and contribute to preventative healthcare and client education

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
• Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject‑specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• 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
• Additional annual…