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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal


Company : IVC Evidensia


Location : Bicester, England


Created : 2026-03-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Registered Veterinary NurseHart Veterinary Centre, Bicester HospitalUp to 33,000 DOEJoin a close-knit and compassionate team at Hart Veterinary Centre a proud practice thats been caring for pets and their people since 1993. Were now looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly Bicester team.What the Role InvolvesThis is a varied and fulfilling role, working across consultations, theatre, and reception as part of a small and supportive 4-nurse, 2-vet team. Youll be based at our Bicester Hospital, a well-equipped site that forms part of our wider RCVS-accredited hospital group.Youll work four days per week, with a share of weekends. Shifts are between 9 to 9.5 hours long, with the earliest start at 7:30am and the latest finish at 7:30pm. We rotate duties across ops, hospital and clinics to keep the role balanced, but if you have a particular shift preference, were open to discussing it.Theres no out-of-hours or on-call, and youll benefit from a genuine focus on client continuity and gold-standard patient care. CPD is fully supported and encouraged including further qualifications and RCVS fees are paid in full.About Our PracticeHart Vets operates from two modern surgeries in Bicester and Waddesdon. Were proud to offer a high standard of care using the latest technology, with features including: Digital x-ray and dental suite Idexx lab equipment Modern anaesthetic monitoring Separate cat and dog areas On-site parking and disabled accessOur Bicester site is a 24-hour hospital with dedicated night nurses a unique offering in the area ensuring our patients are cared for round-the-clock.We are a Silver Standard ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic and value low-stress handling and continuity of care.What Were Looking ForWere after an enthusiastic, organised and proactive RVN who thrives in a general practice setting and enjoys building strong relationships with clients. Youll be confident in both theatre and consultations, and ideally have a genuine interest in mentoring others, particularly student nurses.Whether you''re looking to develop new skills, pursue a certificate, or simply find a rewarding long-term role with a friendly team wed love to hear from you.Because Our People MatterWe recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary up to 33,000 DOE, you will benefit from:Work Life Balance 6.6 weeks annual leave Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service Your birthday as a paid day offWellbeing Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury supportDevelopment 550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata Certificate Support 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 Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement ProgrammeProfessional Memberships VDS cover RCVS feesAdditional Pawsome Benefits reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100s of retailers Pension 5% Employee / 3% Employer Discounted staff pet care#IVCNURSEUp to 33,000 DOEWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. 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.