Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Salary: £27,500 – £33,500 DOE | Full or Part-Time | 4-Day Week | Excellent CPD

Registered Veterinary Nurse Opportunity in Barnsley

Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a friendly, progressive and supportive team? This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing small animal practice that is committed to delivering outstanding clinical care and exceptional customer service.

Whether you are looking for a full-time or part-time role, this position offers a varied caseload, excellent development opportunities and a genuinely collaborative team culture where nurses are encouraged to make the most of their skills.

The Role

This is a hands-on nursing position offering a broad and interesting caseload, with opportunities to develop across all aspects of veterinary nursing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Nurse consultations and clinics
• Theatre and anaesthesia nursing
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Inpatient care and monitoring
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Client education and support
• Admissions and discharges
• Supporting emergency and duty night care
• Working collaboratively with vets, nurses and reception colleagues

The team sees a wide range of cases, including small animals, exotic pets, dentistry and behavioural cases, making this a particularly rewarding role for an RVN who enjoys variety.

Hours & Work Pattern

• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• 4 x 9-hour working days
• Part-time applications welcomed
• 1 in 4 weekends
• Duty nights on a shared rota

This structured rota offers a strong work-life balance while providing exposure to a diverse and engaging caseload.

The Practice & Team

You’ll be joining a close-knit and welcoming team with a strong focus on collaboration, development and community engagement.

The practice offers:

• Purpose-built, spacious facilities
• Modern diagnostic and surgical equipment
• Diverse caseload including exotics, dentistry and behaviour
• In-house RVN and Pet Behaviourist
• Excellent student nurse support and mentoring
• Strong links with the local community
• Friendly and supportive reception team

The culture is positive, inclusive and focused on continuous learning, making it an excellent environment for both newly qualified and experienced RVNs.

Why Join This Practice?

• Supportive, family-owned veterinary group
• Varied and interesting caseload
• Excellent clinical and career development opportunities
• Strong team spirit and collaborative culture
• Community-focused practice with a loyal client base
• Purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities

Salary & Benefits

• Salary from £27,500 to £33,500 depending on experience
• Profit share bonus scheme
• Generous CPD allowance
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Compassionate leave
• Retail discounts and rewards
• Health and wellbeing support
• Long service recognition
• Discounted veterinary care
• Opportunities for overseas charity work

About You

You will be:

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• A team player who enjoys supporting colleagues
• Confident in general nursing duties including anaesthesia and inpatient care
• Enthusiastic about continuous learning and development
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care
• Positive, proactive and adaptable

Applications are welcomed from both experienced RVNs and those looking to continue developing in a supportive environment.

Apply Now

If you are looking for a rewarding Registered Veterinary Nurse role in Barnsley with excellent support, varied caseload and strong development opportunities, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Luke Stewart
01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com

View more veterinary nursing opportunities:
https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

£250 referral bonus available if you recommend a successful candidate (T&Cs apply).

Reference: JOB-57048