Registered Veterinary Nurse

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Ashleigh Vets, Chorlton on a full‑time basis.

Ashleigh Vets is a busy and supportive small animal and exotics practice, operating across our Chorlton and Sale sites, with a dedicated Avian and Exotic referral clinic based  are proud to offer a varied caseload across multiple species, providing an exciting opportunity for nurses looking to expand their clinical experience in both small animal and exotic care.

Our friendly and knowledgeable team works collaboratively to deliver high standards of veterinary care, with a strong focus on patient welfare and client relationships. We pride ourselves on maintaining a great local reputation, offering honest advice, and working in a positive environment without targets.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

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.

This is a varied and hands‑on role where you will be involved in all aspects of nursing, including admissions, anaesthesia, assisting in surgery, inpatient care, recovery, nurse consultations, pharmacy duties, and client communication. With exposure to both small animal and exotic cases, no two days will be the same.

This is a full‑time role working 40 hours per week over 4 days, Monday to Friday, with a 1 in 5 weekend rota. Shifts vary between 8:00am and 7:45pm, with a scheduled day off each week. Weekend hours include Saturday mornings (8:00am–12:00pm) and Sundays (9:00am–11:30am), with participation in a bank holiday rota.

• Deliver high standards of nursing care across both small animal and exotic caseloads
• Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
• Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
• Run and support nurse consultations, promoting preventative healthcare and client engagement

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 IVC Evidensia, 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 plus your birthday off
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family‑friendly…