Surgical Registered Veterinary Nurse

frank. Pet Surgeons. Leeds, Leeds, Yorkshire & The Humber

Discipline: Surgery

Full Time

Up to £32,000 per annum DOE

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 a dedicated and ambitious Surgical Registered Veterinary Nurse to join frank. Pet Surgeons.

At frank. Pet Surgeons., we handle a diverse range of intriguing orthopaedic cases, including complex fractures, angular limb deformities, and spinal and soft tissue surgeries. As part of our Specialist-led team, you will actively support our surgeons, providing a unique opportunity to enhance your surgical and anaesthesia skills and knowledge under the guidance of true experts.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Surgical Referral Nurse, you will deliver advanced nursing care to complex cases within a referral hospital environment, supporting patients, clients, and clinical teams.

You’ll work as part of a team, contributing to high standards of nursing care, supporting clinical decision-making, and sharing your experience and knowledge with colleagues to continually improve patient outcomes and service delivery.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role of 40 hours per week, worked on a rotating 8-week shift pattern. Standard shifts range from 7:00am to 8:00pm, with a dedicated scrub week (Tuesday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm, Monday off). The role also includes participation in an on-call rota.

General responsibilities:

Assist surgeons with a wide range of orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures, including complex cases.

Provide high-quality anaesthesia and perioperative nursing care to support patient safety and recovery.

Prepare and maintain surgical theatres

Work collaboratively within a Specialist-led team while also using initiative and clinical autonomy

Support diagnostic and imaging procedures where required.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with interest in anesthesia and surgery and a passion for referral-level care. You’ll bring:

Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced nursing skills relevant to your discipline
Experience working with surgical cases in a referral or advanced-care setting
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
A commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance, 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

Clear career pathways 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

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.

frank. Pet Surgeons. Leeds

Unit 8, Orbital Industry Park, Leeds, LS10 1AG, 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 Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Talent Partner

Bethany Baker

bethany.baker@ivcevidensia.com