Job Description

We have an excellent opportunity for a registered veterinary nurse to join our practice. This is an exciting and varied role where you will deal with many emergency cases, surgical caseload and inpatient care.

The shift pattern is 40 hours per week over 4 days, between 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, with 1:4 Saturdays 9 am - 2 pm

Why join South Wales Vets?

We are a 3-branch small animal practice, located in the beautiful area of Blackwood. We are equipped with excellent facilities including a digital xray, ultrasound, capnography and in house laboratory. The best part about our practice is our team! We have 2 vets who are assisted by 4 registered veterinary nurses and 2 receptionists. If you are a nurse with a passion for helping animals and their clients, then this role is perfect for you!

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 Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service


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 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 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 28,000 DOE