Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Ark House Vets, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, East of England
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time
Up to 33,000 FTE DOE

Are you a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a genuinely supportive and friendly team? Ark House Vets are looking for a caring and enthusiastic RVN to join us on a part-time basis for approximately 25 hours per week, including 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (until 1pm). There are no OOH requirements.
This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and values gold standard care for clients and patients alike. You'll be working across a variety of nursing duties, from inpatient care to supporting consultations, and your contribution will be genuinely valued by our team.

What Makes Ark House Vets Different

We're a proudly independent-feel, single-site practice located on the beautiful Beds/Bucks border. While we know there's no such thing as a perfect job, we've created a place that comes close -- one where support, empathy, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
With 6 experienced Vets, 9 brilliant RVNs, and 5 exceptional Front of House staff, our team is built on mutual respect and a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We're an RCVS-accredited, nurse training practice, and we have 3 trained Mental Health First Aiders on site to ensure everyone feels supported.

What We're Looking For

We'd love to welcome someone with great people skills, a good sense of humour, and a drive to make a difference. You'll be a team player who communicates well, brings empathy to every interaction, and enjoys sharing ideas to help our practice grow.

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 up to 33,000 FTE DOE, you will benefit from:#

Work Life Balance

6.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata) Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service Your birthday as a paid day off
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Wellbeing

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support
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Development

550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid 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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Additional

Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension - 5% Employee / 3% Employer Discounted staff pet care
Ark House Vets, Leighton Buzzard
22 Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1HJ, 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 Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.#

Talent Partner

Elliott Burgin

elliott.burgin@ivcevidensia.com