Opportunities in Bath, Somerset, England, United Kingdom

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Bath Veterinary Group on a full-time basis.

We are located in a thriving area of Bath with shops within walking distance and excellent transport links from both Bath and Bristol. Station Road is a busy first-opinion practice offering consultations and surgery throughout the week. The practice is fully equipped with an operating theatre, dental x-ray facilities and an in-house laboratory. Our friendly team prides itself on providing a welcoming service and benefits from the support of our 24-hour first-opinion and referral hospital in Bath.

Practice Highlights

• Established clinical team of 2 Veterinary Surgeons, supported by 2 Registered Veterinary Nurses and 2 Receptionists
• Well-supported practice with an experienced multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality patient care
• Longstanding, stable team with two colleagues having been with the practice for over 25 years

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first-opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Shifts between 8:30am and 6:30pm across four or five days
• 1 in 8 Saturdays at Rosemary Lodge (8:00am–6:30pm) and approximately 1 in 20 Sunday mornings (paid as overtime)
• No out-of-hours requirement

General Responsibilities

• Assisting Veterinary Surgeons during surgical procedures
• Running nurse clinics and providing client education
• General nursing duties, including maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Anaesthetic monitoring and perioperative patient care

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid CPD leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.