Registered Veterinary Nurse

Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a new challenge, more variety, or better work-life balance? This opportunity at Torbridge Vets, spread across our two beautiful Devon locations – Bideford and South Molton – could be just what you're after.

At CVS, caring is what we do. As a 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.

A bit about us

Torbridge Vets has been established for over 100 years and is proud to be RCVS Accredited. Our main site is in the historic port town of Bideford, surrounded by stunning beaches and moorland. Our second site is in the charming market town of South Molton, right on the edge of Exmoor.

We're a dedicated companion animal practice with modern facilities and a wide range of specialist equipment, including laparoscopic tools, dental x-ray, and orthopaedic surgery referrals. You'll be joining a supportive team of 7 vets, 7 qualified nurses, and student nurses, where collaboration and hands-on nursing care are encouraged.

What makes this role different

This is a permanent full time role working 40 hours per week including 1 in 6 Saturdays. 

• Varied caseload including orthopaedic surgery, dental x-ray, and medicine referrals
• Opportunity to run your own clinics and perform Schedule 3 procedures
• Supportive environment with a focus on clinical coaching – ideal if you're already a coach or interested in becoming one
• Work across two practices, offering diversity in your day-to-day experience

About you

No two days will be the same, you will:

• 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. 

The location

North Devon offers a fantastic lifestyle. From coastal walks and water sports to dog-friendly cafes and scenic moorland, it's a great place to enjoy a healthy work-life balance.

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
• Salary up to £29,000 DOE 
• 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
• A bonus scheme that recognises strong results, based on both practice performance and individual contribution

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.

Interested? Please click apply now! For further details or an informal chat, please contact Emily in the recruitment team at emily.card@cvsvets.com