Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Are you an RVN looking for a supportive and progressive environment where your skills will be valued and your career can thrive? Our client is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly, dedicated team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to gain varied experience in a modern, well-equipped practice while enjoying a healthy work–life balance.

You will be joining an advanced first-opinion practice with excellent facilities and a highly skilled clinical team, including a certificate holder in surgery. The successful candidate will contribute to a variety of cases, support surgical and medical work, and play a key role in providing exceptional patient and client care. Those with an interest in orthopaedics will find great opportunities to develop their skills further.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Deliver outstanding patient and client care in every interaction

• Support surgeries and procedures, managing all pre- and post-operative activity

• Carry out nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 tasks

• Monitor and care for patients, ensuring their wellbeing at all times

• Manage admissions and discharges as directed by the veterinary team

• Dispense and check medications safely and accurately

• Maintain compliance with regulatory and operational standards

• Contribute to daily briefings to support the smooth running of the practice

Requirements

Our client is looking for someone who is:

• RCVS-registered as a Veterinary Nurse

• Experienced in delivering excellent patient care and client communication

• Confident working as part of a collaborative team

• Skilled in nurse consults and understanding their impact on practice performance

• Able to use coaching and influencing skills to support and motivate colleagues

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive package designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing, including:

• Health cash plan from day one (dental, physio, optical) plus 24/7 private GP service

• Life Assurance (3 x salary)

• 24-hour counselling and support service

• Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to six weeks with service)

• An additional paid “Day for You” to use however you wish

• £750 CPD allowance plus two days’ paid CPD leave

• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities

• Funded certificate opportunities

• RCVS and VDS fees paid

• Pension scheme

• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Discounts on services and products

About the Employer

Our client is part of a leading veterinary care group with practices across the UK and a growing presence internationally. They pride themselves on creating a connected, supportive community where colleagues can grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. With access to excellent facilities and advanced equipment, you will be working in a forward-thinking environment that values compassion, teamwork, and continuous development.

Why Apply?

This is more than just a contract – it is a chance to join a warm, supportive team where your skills will be recognised, your career will be encouraged, and your wellbeing will be prioritised.

Apply today to be part of a practice that truly cares for its patients, clients, and people.