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Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal
Barna & Moycullen Vets, Galway
Full-time, Permanent | €35,000 DOE | Excellent Benefits | Graduate support
Looking for a role where you’ll feel part of a close-knit, collaborative team while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living in Galway? At Barna and Moycullen Vets, we’re more than colleagues – we're a supportive community dedicated giving both our patients and our people the very best care.
The Role
* Full-time, permanent position
* 4-day work week (8am–6pm shifts)
* 1 in 4 Saturdays (8:30am-4pm)
* On‑call rota: 5-6 weekends per year (including 1 bank holiday) with a discretionary bonus
* Competitive salary, up to €35,000 DOE
This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative, supportive team with plenty of scope to learn, develop, and shape your nursing career.
Graduate & Professional Support
* Graduate support: Bespoke Nurse Academy, structured mentorship, and on-the-job guidance from senior colleagues
* Development funding: €600 annual CPD allowance plus 3 days paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
* Further qualifications: We’ll fund certificates, diplomas, or even PhDs if you wish to specialise
* Career pathways: Clinical and non-clinical progression routes, plus access to our Leadership Academy
About Us
Located on the beautiful west coast of Ireland, our practice is ideally situated between Galway and Connemara. Our Barna clinic offers a village-based atmosphere, while Moycullen is rural with easy access to outdoor activities. As a small animal practice, we pride ourselves on high standards of veterinary care, strong client relationships, and personalized care. Our team includes 3 veterinarians and 4 nurses, working in modern facilities with state-of-the-art equipment.
Why Join Us
* Work-life balance: A relaxed pace that allows time to focus on patients and cases
* Professional growth: A practice that actively invests in your future
* Team spirit: A genuinely supportive culture where ideas and contributions are valued
What We’re Looking For
* A qualified RVN registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland
* Compassion, teamwork, and commitment to excellent patient and client care
* A full, clean driver’s license is a plus (not essential)
Benefits – subject to pro-rata
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
* 22 days Annual Leave
* Birthday Leave
Focus on Employee Wellbeing
* Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Leave Packages
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
* Paid Bereavement Leave
* Company Sick Pay
Development
* €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid CPD days pro rata
* Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and other in-house academies
* Funding of Certificates/Diplomas/PhD’s
* Career progression opportunities, clinical and non-clinical
* Leadership Academy for future leaders
Professional Memberships
* VCI membership paid
* VDS cover paid
Additional Benefits
* Annual Pay Reviews
* Pawesome Benefits – discounts and cashback
* Employer Pension Contributions
* Free Flu Inoculations
* Discounted Veterinary Fees
* Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board, and more)
As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we welcome candidates from diverse groups and are a Disability Confident Employer open to reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
Take the next step in your veterinary nursing career in one of Ireland’s most vibrant locations. Up to €35,000 DOE
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
* Industries: Veterinary Services
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