Job Description

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our accredited RCVS practice as on a fixed term contract. Join our supportive, bustling 1st Opinion Small Animal Veterinary Group based in Bridgwater, Somerset.

This role will be 32 hours per week, but we're open to discuss part time hours. Participation in the bank holiday rota may be required. You will be working across our 3 branches in Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea, covering an area stretching from the Mendips to the Quantocks, and from Bristol Channel out across the Somerset Levels.

The role is best suited for an RVN who enjoys all aspects of nursing to include consulting, medical and surgical nursing, and inpatient care. You will collaborate closely with our fantastic team of Vets, RVN'S, SVNs and receptionists across our 3 sites. You will be well supported and part of our team.

About you

We are looking for an RVN with exceptional communication skills, teamwork, commitment, friendliness, and reliability. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality care to our patients and their owners and would expect our new RVN to carry these values. Ability to bake would be a bonus!

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 balance6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays pro rata


WellbeingPrivate 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


Development750 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


Professional MembershipsVDS cover


Colleague BenefitsCompany 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

Salary of 24, 400 pa DOE