CVS Group UK
Part time exotic RVN
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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Exotics
Practice site: Highcroft Veterinary Hospital
Location: Whitchurch, Bristol
Contract: Permanent - Part Time
Competitive Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE – depending on experience
Your journey starts here...
At CVS, caring is what we do. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you'll be at the heart of promoting pet wellness—monitoring patients' health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to the people who love them. Because for us, caring isn't just a job—it's in our nature.
We put our people first—because when you're supported, you can deliver the very best care. With industry-leading learning, hands-on training, and guidance, you'll have everything you need to grow your skills and confidence. Whether you're looking to progress in your current role or explore new career pathways, CVS is the place to nurture your future career.
Life at Highcroft Vet Hospital
Life at Highcroft is centred around collaboration, clinical excellence and a genuine passion for exotic animal care. Based within the state-of-the-art Highcroft Veterinary Hospital in Bristol, the team works with a wide variety of species, from reptiles and birds to small mammals, supported by dedicated exotic wards, advanced imaging and surgical facilities, and 24-hour patient care.
Team members benefit from working alongside experienced veterinary professionals in a friendly, development-focused environment where continuous learning, case discussion and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
With a diverse caseload and access to specialist equipment, no two days are the same, making it an exciting and rewarding place for vets who are passionate about exotic medicine and surgery.
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As a busy first-opinion hospital, Highcroft offers a varied and rewarding working environment. We are proud of our supportive culture, where teamwork, professional development and a shared love of animals help make Highcroft a special place to work and visit.
Located in Whitchurch, South Bristol, the hospital enjoys excellent transport links and easy access to both the city centre and surrounding countryside. Bristol is a vibrant, diverse city renowned for its culture, green spaces, independent restaurants and excellent quality of life, making it a fantastic place to live and work.
About You
We're looking for 2 part time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team on the below patterns:
- Part Time - a mix of either Monday & Tuesday or Thursday & Friday plus 1 in 4 Saturdays (1st opinion) with up to 2 Bank Holidays a year.
In your role, no days will feel the same and you will:
- Bring 2 years' experience and previous exotics experience
- Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners every day.
- Support the outcome of patients care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
- Ensure Quality is maintained by keeping our practice in excellent condition—ensuring quality of care and the best possible outcomes for every patient
- Learn, develop and grow with us, taking advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities offered by CVS and our practice.
- Contribute to creating a positive environment, fostering a friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture.
- Communicate with confidence, use your exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—to build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and the pets they love.
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The Benefits
At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join us, you'll get:
- RCVS fees paid in full
- Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
- Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
- Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
- Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
- Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications
Join us at CVS
We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up. Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.
Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice. We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.
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