Full-time RVN - Barnsley

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Barnsley

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly and growing Small Animal Practice in Barnsley. This role offers a varied caseload, a supportive clinical team and genuine encouragement for ongoing learning and professional development. Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed, making this a strong option for candidates seeking flexibility alongside career progression.

Key Details

- Position: Registered Veterinary Nurse

- Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire

- Working Pattern: Full-time or part-time

- Hours: 4 x 9-hour shifts per week

- Weekends: 1 in 4

- OOH: Duty nights on rotation

Why You'll Love This Role

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a practice that invests in its nursing team and values continued development. The caseload is varied, the team is experienced and supportive, and there is real scope to build confidence and develop clinical interests.

About the Role

The successful Registered Veterinary Nurse will join an experienced clinical team delivering high standards of patient care across a broad caseload. The role will suit a real team player who is happy to support colleagues and make full use of their nursing skills.

Strong communication skills and a positive, proactive approach are important. The practice is looking for someone who is enthusiastic about patient care and keen to continue developing their nursing knowledge and skills.

This opportunity will appeal to both experienced RVNs and those looking for a practice where they can grow, explore new clinical interests and progress professionally.

About the Practice

The role is based in a modern, purpose-built Small Animal Practice with a friendly, close-knit team and a strong local community feel. The caseload is varied, with cases ranging from everyday first-opinion nursing through to exotics, dentistry and animal behaviour.

The clinical team includes an in-house RVN and Pet Behaviourist, adding further expertise to the practice. Training and development are a major focus, with ongoing initiatives to identify skill gaps and support professional growth.

The practice also has strong links with the local community through events, fundraising and educational initiatives, helping to create a welcoming environment for both clients and colleagues.

Working in Barnsley

Barnsley is well placed within South Yorkshire for veterinary professionals looking to commute or relocate within the region. It offers access to nearby towns and cities while remaining a practical base for work and day-to-day living. For candidates seeking a role in a local community setting with wider regional connections, this location will be worth considering.

Benefits

- Profit share bonus scheme

- CPD allowance

- Long-service recognition

- Income protection

- Enhanced maternity pay

- Compassionate leave

- Health and wellbeing support

- Employee discounts and rewards

- Retail discounts

- Opportunities to participate in overseas charity work

- Excellent ongoing training and professional development

Frequently Asked Questions

**What type of caseload can I expect?**

The caseload is varied and includes first-opinion nursing, exotics, dentistry and animal behaviour.

**Is this a full-time or part-time role?**

Both full-time and part-time applications are welcomed.

**What is the working pattern?**

The full-time rota is a 4-day week with 4 x 9-hour shifts, 1 in 4 weekends and duty nights on rotation.

**What support is available?**

The practice has an experienced and supportive team, with a strong focus on training, development and ongoing learning.

**What facilities does the practice offer?**

The practice is modern and purpose-built, and the client description confirms digital x-rays and ultrasounds as part of the clinical facilities.

If you are a Registered Veterinary Nurse seeking a varied role with strong team support and clear commitment to professional development, this could be an excellent fit. Please apply to find out more.

Job Reference No: JN-35526