Registered Veterinary Nurse

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Kingston Vets on a part-time basis.

Kingston Veterinary Group is a long-established group of two practices in the heart of Somerset and Dorset, operating across two locations that offer both Small Animal and Farm Animal care.

We have a wonderful purpose‑built mixed practice premises located in Sherborne, complete with a dental suite, imaging suite, separate cat, dog and isolation facilities, laboratory room, farm procedure room and a large species‑split waiting room, along with a host of offices and a dedicated nurses' office.

We have a very strong and supportive team consisting of Clinical Directors, Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, Reception and Administration teams, all led and supported by our Director of Practice.

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.

• 26 hours per week across 3 days
• Working across both the Yeovil and Sherborne sites
• Rotating shifts between 8:30am and 6:30pm
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings

• Assisting Veterinary Surgeons in theatre and consultations
• Responsibility for inpatient care
• Monitoring anaesthetics
• Assisting with patient admissions and discharges
• Carrying out nurse consultations

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

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 supervisor, mentor and certificate‑holder 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 plus your birthday off
• 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 24 hours paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

The Forum, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, BA21 3TL
, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.