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 dedicated night team at Abivale Veterinary Group on a full-time, 13-month fixed-term contract plus a £2000 welcome bonus.
Abivale Veterinary Group is a well-established practice in Abingdon, South Oxfordshire, providing 24/7 care, 365 days a year. We are proud to offer a high standard of veterinary services, with a strong reputation for excellence in emergency and critical care.
Our facilities are fully equipped for advanced diagnostics, surgery and inpatient care, ensuring you have everything you need to deliver outstanding treatment to our patients. Our dedicated night team works closely with our day teams and referring practices, creating a collaborative environment where every member’s skills and input are valued.
Practice Highlights
* Well-established 24/7 practice providing care 365 days a year
* Dedicated night team delivering emergency and critical care
* Fully equipped facilities for advanced diagnostics, surgery and inpatient care
* Strong reputation for excellence in emergency care
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
* 46.5 hours per week
* 5 nights on, followed by 5 nights off
* Monday to Thursday, 6:45pm to 7:45am, Friday, 6:45pm to 8:00am, Saturday, 6:00pm to 9:00am, Sunday, 6:00pm to 7:45am
* Full-time, 13-month fixed-term contract, night shift position
General Responsibilities
* Deliver gold-standard emergency and critical care to hospitalised patients
* Support veterinary surgeons with a varied and often unpredictable caseload
* Provide excellent inpatient care, monitoring and patient recovery support
* Work confidently and calmly during emergency situations
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
* 6.8 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 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.
