Job Description

We're looking for a confident and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to become an essential part of our friendly team at Shipley Vets.

About the Role

In this varied role, you'll run nurse clinics, provide compassionate inpatient care, assist with lab work, perform diagnostic imaging, monitor anaesthesia, and contribute to the smooth daily running of the practice.

Why Join Us?

At Shipley Vets, we pride ourselves on a supportive and welcoming team culture where everyone works together and enjoys their day-to-day. Our fantastic team includes Vet Surgeons, RVNs, SVNs, VCAs, and Receptionists -- truly our greatest asset. We care about wellbeing, with a dedicated mental health first aider always on shift. Plus, we're committed to your professional growth, offering a generous CPD budget to support your development.

About Our Practice

We provide a broad range of services, from routine and preventative care to complex medical and surgical cases, always striving for the highest standards. We're also proud to collaborate with a local hedgehog charity, reflecting our commitment to all creatures great and small.

Our modern, well-equipped practice is based in a charming market town, less than a mile from the stunning World Heritage site of Saltaire. Here, you'll find beautiful parks, unique shops, cosy cafes, and the impressive Salt Mills gallery--perfect for a relaxing break. Plus, excellent travel links to Leeds city centre offer easy access to a vibrant urban setting.

Hear from Our Team "I joined Shipley Vets shortly after qualifying as an RVN and have been here for over 20 years. From the start, I felt welcomed and supported, and I've been able to grow my career here. I'm proud of the high standards of care we provide and how we work together to give our patients the best possible outcomes. The practice has also embraced work-life balance, which has been vital for me as a parent. I look forward to many more happy years with my amazing colleagues."
-- Lisa Powell, Practice Manager

Working Hours

This is a full-time position totaling 38.5 hours per week, with a balanced rota covering five days. The schedule includes a combination of early and late shifts between 8:15 AM and 7:00 PM, plus one Saturday shift every four weeks from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

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 Additional leave for your birthday


WellbeingEnhanced 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


Development550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave 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 RCVS fees


AdditionalPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care

Up to 30,000 per annum DOE