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Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
£550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid leave 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 All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme
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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Boness Veterinary Hospital, Barton-Le-Clay, East of England
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time
Up to £30,000 pa DOE
We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive team at Boness Veterinary Hospital – a busy, well-equipped hospital in rural Bedfordshire. Whether you’re newly qualified or experienced, this is a great opportunity to develop your skills in a collaborative, professional environment.
About the role
This is a full-time, fixed-term contract position. You’ll work alongside a team of 13 experienced RVNs and a dedicated lab technician, supporting a veterinary team that includes multiple certificate holders. This varied role will involve all aspects of small animal nursing across our hospital and nearby branch surgery, giving you plenty of opportunities to use and grow your clinical skills.
About the practice
Boness Veterinary Hospital is a busy, RCVS-accredited hospital based in Barton-le-Clay, with a smaller branch in Flitwick. We are proud to offer a full range of services and excellent facilities, including diagnostic imaging, surgical theatres, in-house lab, and separate cat and dog wards.
We’re passionate about delivering outstanding care and building strong client relationships. Our team of vets, nurses, and client care staff work closely together in a genuinely supportive, family-friendly environment, where work-life balance and personal wellbeing are valued.
Located in a peaceful rural town with great transport links to Bedford, Luton, and beyond, we offer the best of both worlds – countryside charm with urban convenience.
Candidate requirements
We’re looking for a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working in a busy environment and being part of a close-knit, supportive team. You’ll need to be confident in delivering excellent patient and client care, with a proactive and positive approach to your work.
Working pattern
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, with midweek shifts between 08:00 and 19:30, and 2:6 Saturday mornings from 08:00 to 13:00.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business, and investing in our people, teams and hospitals is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from –
Work-life balance
Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
Additional
Boness Veterinary Hospital, Barton-Le-Clay
125 Bedford Road, Barton-Le-Clay, MK45 4LP, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
Rabbit Friendly
Chicken Friendly
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 Lovell Varcoe from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.