We are currently looking for a Small Animal Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team at Churchfield Veterinary Centre in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.
Your New Role
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play an essential role in supporting our veterinary team in a range of clinical tasks, including assisting with various surgical procedures, promoting dental care, and providing consultations for health checks and general care.
About Us
We are a small animal practice based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, with excellent commuter access, located just five minutes from Junction 37 of the M1 motorway. Our small animal department focuses on delivering high-quality first-opinion care, working cases up to a high standard across orthopaedic, soft tissue and dental surgery, as well as internal medicine investigations.
The clinic is well equipped with modern facilities, including digital radiography, colour Doppler ultrasound, endoscopy, comprehensive dentistry equipment, and an in-house laboratory. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional client care, supported by a friendly, experienced team and a strong culture of collaboration and veterinary support.
About You
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, organised, and self-motivated team player with practice experience. Good communication skills are essential. We welcome and encourage development in all areas of first opinion small animal practice. We are keen to ensure that the working hours and benefits match your needs as much as possible.
Working Hours
This is a full-time position working 35 hours per week, although part-time applications will also be considered. Shifts are scheduled between 8:00am and 7:00pm, Monday to Friday, with an average shift length of seven hours. There may be occasional longer days to allow for time off during the week.
The role includes participation in a 1-in-5 Saturday morning rota, with those hours returned as time off in lieu. There are no out-of-hours responsibilities, although some evening inpatient care may be required.
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 base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice