We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Bryn and Golborne Veterinary Centre, Ashton-in-Makerfield on a full-time basis. Part-time hours will also be considered.
Bryn and Golborne Veterinary Centre is a busy, first opinion small animal practice operating across two sites, offering a varied caseload and a supportive, collaborative working environment. You’ll be joining a friendly team where nurses play a key role in delivering high standards of patient care and client experience.
Located in Ashton-in-Makerfield within the borough of Wigan, the practice benefits from excellent transport links, including nearby train stations, motorway access, and access to countryside walks. Our team includes Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Nurses, Client Care Advisors, and a Practice Director, all working together to provide a positive and supportive workplace.
IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.
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.
This is a hands-on role where you will be involved in all aspects of nursing, including theatre work, anaesthesia, inpatient care, nurse consultations, and diagnostic support. You will also play an important role in supporting preventative healthcare plans and client education.
This role offers 36–40 hours per week, typically across a 4-day working week with a flexible rota depending on your preference. There is a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota (9:00am–12:00pm) and no out-of-hours requirements.
General responsibilities include:
Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing
Run nurse-led clinics and promote preventative healthcare
Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
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 IVC Evidensia, 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, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
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 plus your birthday off
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 24hrs paid leave
Certificate support
RCVS and VDS fees covered
Pension scheme
Discounted veterinary care
Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers