Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Full Time

40 hours per week, 4 or 5 days, no weekends or out-of-hours

Vine Tree Vets, Ross‑on‑Wye

Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a role where you can grow, collaborate, and make a real difference every day—without sacrificing your work‑life balance? At Vine Tree Vets, we’re building a team that thrives on exceptional patient care, strong collaboration, and professional growth, and we want you to be part of it.

We’re based in Ross‑on‑Wye, a picturesque market town in the heart of the stunning Wye Valley. Known for its riverside walks, countryside adventures, charming cafes, local shops, and a friendly community, Ross‑on‑Wye is the perfect place to live and work. Whether you love outdoor activities, a relaxed pace of life, or easy access to nearby cities, this location offers it all.

• 1 Vet
• 1 Registered Veterinary Nurse
• 2 Receptionists
• 1 Director of Practice

As part of the IVC network, you’ll also have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across other clinics, sharing knowledge and learning from a wider network of veterinary professionals.

• Providing compassionate, high‑quality care to every patient
• Supporting clients and building strong, trusting relationships
• Working collaboratively with your team and across IVC clinics
• Participating in team‑building initiatives and shaping a positive, supportive work culture
• Taking part in professional development opportunities to grow your skills and career

• A Registered Veterinary Nurse passionate about patient care and team collaboration
• A proactive, friendly team player who enjoys learning and development
• Someone who values a supportive, positive work environment and work‑life balance

• Competitive salary up to £28, 371. 20 depending on experience
• No weekends or out‑of‑hours work – maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• A small, supportive, and growing team environment
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across IVC clinics
• Flexible working over 4 or 5 days per week
• Work in a beautiful location with easy access to outdoor activities, rivers, and countryside

Work life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non‑accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Up to £28, 371. 20 per annum (DOE)

Apply today and join Vine Tree Vets! If you’re ready to be part of a team that values patients, people, and professional growth—and to enjoy a fulfilling role in a stunning location with a healthy work‑life balance— we’d love to hear from you.