Registered Veterinary Nurse - Part-Time

Yeovil, Somerset, England
Primary Care - Vet Nurse – Small Animal /
Wellpets West Country, Yeovil [1211] /
On-site
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Wellpets, Yeovil on a part-time basis.
 

Wellpets Yeovil is a welcoming small animal practice focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients and clients. As a smaller branch, you’ll play a central role in the day-to-day running of the practice, building strong relationships with clients and becoming a key part of the local community. You’ll be working alongside a supportive team consisting of a Veterinary Surgeon, Animal Nursing Assistant and Branch Manager, with additional support from our Head RVN and our wider team at our Worle site.

 
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. 
 
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00am – 6:00pm
1 in 4 Saturday mornings (4-hour shift) 
 
General responsibilities include:
 
*Deliver nursing care across theatre, inpatient and consulting settings 
*Run nurse clinics and provide preventative healthcare advice 
*Support anaesthesia and surgical procedures 
*Provide attentive inpatient care and patient monitoring 
*Assist with client care and occasional reception duties 
 
 

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 
£0 - £0 a year
Up to £12,750 DOE
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