Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC

Wellpets Fairwater, Cwmbran, Wales

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time

Up to £30,000 per year

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Wellpets in Cwmbran on a full-time basis.

Wellpets Veterinary Practice is a dedicated, RCVS Accredited small animal practice located in Fairwater, Cwmbran. We take great pride in delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners, ensuring that every visit is met with compassion and professionalism.

As a close-knit, supportive team, we foster a fun and collaborative working environment where each team member is valued and encouraged to grow. Our commitment to excellent patient care, along with our strong relationships with clients, allows us to create a positive experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

How You’ll Make a Difference

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 role is a fixed term 9-month maternity cover based between both sites.

Working Pattern

40 hours per week but we are open to part-time hours

4 days per week with varying shifts 8:00 - 19:00

1:4 Saturdays 8:30 - 13:00

No out-of-hours or bank holiday requirement

General Responsibilities

Assisting Veterinary Surgeons in theatre and consultations

Responsibility for inpatient care

Monitoring anaesthetics

Assisting with patient admissions and discharges

Carrying out nurse consultations

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

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

A minimum of 1+ years post-qualification experience

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

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, 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

Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice

Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy

Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways

Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams

A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance

Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service

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 24hrs paid leave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Wellpets Fairwater

Fairwater Square, Cwmbran, Cwmbran, NP44 4TA, United Kingdom

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Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets

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At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shan Lewis from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Talent Partner

Shan Lewis

shan.lewis@ivcevidensia.com