Registered Veterinary Nurse – Part-Time
Wellpets West Country, Yeovil
£12,750 DOE
17 hours per week
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9.00am–6.00pm
1 in 4 Saturday mornings, 4-hour shift
Join a friendly, close-knit practice where your nursing skills truly matter
We are looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our small and supportive team at Wellpets in Yeovil on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident RVN who enjoys autonomy and being fully involved in all aspects of general practice nursing.
Role Details
You will be the sole RVN on site, working closely with a supportive team of 1 Vet, 1 Animal Nursing Assistant and 1 Branch Manager. You will also have the wider support of our Head RVN and our second site in Worle, North Somerset.
This role would suit a nurse who is comfortable working independently and enjoys variety within their day.
Your responsibilities will include:
Running nurse clinicsTheatre and anaesthesia supportInpatient careSome reception and client care duties
About the Practice
Wellpets Yeovil is a welcoming small animal practice focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients and clients. As a smaller branch, you will play a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of the practice and will have the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients.
We pride ourselves on creating a warm, team-focused environment where every team member’s contribution genuinely matters.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is:
Confident working as the sole nurse on shiftFriendly, proactive and organisedComfortable taking initiativePassionate about delivering excellent patient careThis role would particularly suit an RVN who enjoys responsibility, autonomy and being a central part of a small team.
Because Our People Matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary of £12,750 DOE, you will benefit from:
Work Life Balance
6.6 weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeingNon-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets and Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits, reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersPension, 5 percent employee and 3 percent employer contributionDiscounted staff pet care