Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Priory Vets, Cardigan - Small Animal, Cardigan, Wales
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Flexible
Up to 29,800 pa DOE

Priory Vets looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated RVN to join their experienced team based in Cardigan, Wales.

About the role

Our nursing team works to a structured weekly rota, with roles allocated across anaesthesia, kennels, nurse consultations, and pharmacy duties. Each day begins with a morning huddle to plan the day ahead, ensuring clear communication and teamwork from the outset.

You'll be part of a fast-paced, energetic environment, supporting a wide variety of cases -- from routine procedures to emergency work. No two days are the same, offering excellent opportunities to apply and grow your clinical skills within a supportive and collaborative team.

Find a place to excel

Priory Vets is a well-established mixed animal practice, serving the needs of local farmers, breeders, and pet owners. Our large animal and equine vets are to be found out on the road paying visits to clients, while our small animal vets, nurses and administrative staff are based in our Cardigan, Preseli and Aberaeron surgeries. Located across three sites in Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion with the main surgery nestled in the bustling town of Cardigan. We are trusted by the community and have been operating in this area, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the UK, as Priory Vets for 88 years.

Our modern practice, set against the stunning backdrop of Cardigan, offers a balanced mix of professional growth, work-life balance, and the chance to live and work near beautiful beaches with dolphins, bustling independent shops, and fantastic local schools. Benefit from easy access to Swansea and Cardiff through direct transport links. Cardigan is an ideal location for those seeking a more rural lifestyle without sacrificing the convenience of city access. Whether you're drawn to the stunning coastlines, the allure of local wildlife, or the friendly community spirit, Cardigan offers a wonderful quality of life.

Our fantastic team

We are a dedicated and collaborative team comprising 9 Veterinary Surgeons, 8 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Veterinary Care Assistant, and 8 Client Care Advisors. The team is supported by a Clinical Director and a Practice Director, all working together to deliver high-quality care to our patients and clients.

Working hours/rota

This is a full-time role, working 40 hours across 5 days per week. There are no out-of-hours requirements. The role includes participation in a 1:4 Saturday rota, working from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, which will be given back as TOIL.

A late shift rota is in place, with occasional shifts running from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM. The position will be based primarily at our Cardigan site, with some cover required at the Preseli branch as needed.

What we are looking for

We're looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse who is confident and competent across key areas of nursing, including anaesthesia, inpatient care, and nurse consultations.



The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, team-oriented approach and a commitment to delivering high standards of clinical and client care.

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
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Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
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Development

500 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme
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Professional Memberships

VDS cover RCVS fees
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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 criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Priory Vets, Cardigan - Small Animal
Gwalia Gardens, Pwllhai, Cardigan, SA43 1DB, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
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 Lovell Varcoe from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.#

Talent Partner

Lovell Varcoe

lovell.varcoe@ivcevidensia.com