Job Description

Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse who has excellent clinical standards and is a team player?


If so, you could be just the person we are looking for!

We are seeking a part time RVN to join us on a permanent basis as part of a job share position for 3 days a week with an average of 23hrs per week.

This role will mostly be based at our main site in Abergavenny, however, will also require some cover in our other branches of Tredegar, Brecon and Monmouth.

About us:

Abbey Vets has a team of 12 RVNs, 3 SVNs and 2 ACAs across our practices.


With 13 vets and our 4 well equipped, RCVS accredited sites we provide a varied and interesting case load. Our Vet Team includes certificate holders in Surgery and Medicine meaning we can provide excellent services to our patients and clients, and our Nursing Team experience an interesting and varied case load. 24-hour nursing at our main Abergavenny site also enables us to provide excellent clinical care to our patients.

The Role:

With excellent facilities and a fantastic team, you will be utilizing your nursing skills to promote high standards of clinical and client care alongside a supportive team.


Confidence in assisting with routine operations, diagnostic imaging and nurse consultations is desired. Personal development is supported and encouraged. Previous sole charge nursing experience is an advantage, but not essential as training and support will be given.


You will take part in a rolling 6-week rota, working 3 days per week, with the added bonus of no weekends!


(Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday) consisting of:

1 week theatre (0830-1730) 1 week kennels (0800-1700) 1 week procedures (1000-1900) 1 week consulting (0900-1830) 1 week nights - inpatients only (1800-0830) 1 week off


Our OOH is outsourced, but we keep our own inpatients from Monday 9am - Saturday 6pm to ensure continuity of care for our patients.

So, what makes Abbey Vets a great place to be?

We're proud to be part of the BVA Great Workplaces scheme, a program that recognizes and supports exceptional workplace culture in the veterinary profession. This accreditation reflects our commitment to fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.


By joining us, you'll be part of a team that values your wellbeing, encourages professional growth, and celebrates the contributions you bring to our shared mission of delivering outstanding care.


Our branches are nestled around the beautiful Brecon Beacons - ideal if you love a scenic lunch break walk or fancy finishing your shift with a hike.

Our fantastic range of benefits includes (pro rata):

Salary 14,950 - 17,246.32 per annum depending on experience - based on 23 hours per week 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays CPD: 3 days and 600 pa (pro rata) One day paid for volunteering (your choice of where) Health Shield - wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage RCVS Membership paid plus one other membership subscription VDS cover Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay Discounted veterinary fees My Perks - offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more Cycle to work scheme CPD/training support Company sick pay Colleague engagement survey Annual pay reviews Focus on employee wellbeing Career progression opportunities

No agency submissions, direct applications only please