Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic small animal and exotics team!

• Admit patients, assist veterinarians during surgery and anaesthesia.
• Manage discharges and inpatient care.
• Run nurse clinic consultations and pharmacy duties.
• Provide ward nursing, recovery and medication box countersignation.
• Communicate with clients and complete nursing messages.
• Work with a wide variety of species across two sites (Chorlton and Sale).

We operate at two sites with a dedicated Avian and Exotic referral clinic  practice prides itself on fantastic teamwork, a supportive culture and a high standard of veterinary care.

• Valid RVN qualification and registration with the RCVS.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and team members.
• Keen interest in small animals and exotics with a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Efficiency in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining a compassionate approach.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to a collaborative practice.
• High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to multi‑task effectively.

40 hours spread over four days a week Monday to Friday, with weekends 1 in 5.

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Non‑accidental injury support.
• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro‑rata.
• Certificate support and learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
• Access to Vet Lexicon, online encyclopaedia provider.
• Research funding opportunities for all vets and nurses.
• Infection Prevention and Control programme.
• Quality Improvement Programme.
• VDS coverage.
• RCVS fees.
• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway with discounts and cashback from 100’s of retailers.
• Pension – 5% employee / 3% employer.
• Discounted staff pet care.

Up to £32,000 DOE.