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 Eaton Veterinary Practice on a permanent, part-time basis.
Eaton Veterinary Practice is a supportive first opinion practice based in a village setting on the outskirts of Norwich, a vibrant cultural city with easy access to the countryside and just 30 minutes from some of the country’s most beautiful beaches. We also have excellent transport links, with access to the A47, A140 and A11 within 5 minutes of the practice.
You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive team of 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 4 Receptionists and a Practice Manager. Our nurses are encouraged to use their nursing skills fully, with the role mainly focused on inpatient care, theatre, nurse consultations and dispensary work, with only occasional reception cover.
Practice Highlights
* Supportive first opinion practice on the outskirts of Norwich
* Friendly team of 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 4 Receptionists and a Practice Manager
* Modern, purpose-built surgery with spacious waiting area and good ventilation
* 4 consultation rooms, including a dedicated nurse consult room
* Well equipped theatre and diagnostic suite, including ultrasound scanner
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 role would suit an RVN who enjoys building client relationships, running nurse clinics and providing excellent care for patients at every stage of life.
Working Pattern
* 20.83 hours per week
* Two days per week, 8:30am to 7:30pm
* 1 in 6 Saturday mornings on a rota basis
* No out-of-hours responsibilities
General Responsibilities
* Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
* Provide inpatient care and patient monitoring
* Support theatre work, including anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
* Run nurse consultations and build strong client relationships
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
* Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
* Clear career development 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
* Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
* Increasing annual leave accrued through 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
* 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 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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
