Salary: From £30,000 DOE
Hours: Full‑time
Weekends: 1 in 4 (Saturday only)
OOH: None
Location: South East London
If you’re an enthusiastic RVN looking to join a warm, friendly, and supportive team, this could be the perfect next step. Our client is a locally owned practice supported by a larger organisation, offering the best of both worlds — independence, personality, and excellent clinical resources.
The practice enjoys a loyal client base, a varied caseload, and a strong reputation for high‑quality patient and client care. With a dedicated team of vets, RVNs, students, VCAs, and client care colleagues, this is a genuinely collaborative environment where nurses are truly valued.
About the Practice
This purpose‑built, modern small animal practice offers:
- Bright, spacious clinical areas
- Digital and dental X‑ray
- In‑house laboratory
- Separate dog, cat, and rabbit wards
- Approximately 60% insured clients
- A supportive team culture with strong clinical standards
You’ll be joining a team of 4 vets, 3 RVNs, 1 SVN, 2 VCAs, and 5 client care assistants.
About You
- RCVS‑registered Veterinary Nurse
- Confident working across all areas of general practice
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Passionate about delivering excellent patient and client care
- Keen to learn about the business side of practice and contribute to team development
- Comfortable supporting colleagues and working collaboratively
Whether you’re an experienced RVN or a confident newly qualified nurse, you’ll be supported to grow and thrive.
About the Role
This is a full‑time position with a 1 in 4 Saturday rota (9am–6pm) and no OOH.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Schedule 3 procedures
- Administering medications, injections, and fluid therapy
- Taking X‑rays and assisting with diagnostics
- Anaesthesia and theatre support
- In‑patient nursing, including intensive care and pain scoring
- Triaging patients
- Dispensing medications and maintaining accurate clinical records
- Nurse consults and client communication
- Working closely with senior staff to support smooth practice operations
A dedicated reception team is in place, but excellent client‑facing skills are still essential.
What’s on Offer
- Salary from £30,000 DOE
- CPD allowance
- Paid RCVS and VDS memberships
- 5.6 weeks holiday + birthday leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Supportive, friendly, and progressive working environment
- Career development opportunities
For more information or to apply, contact Kameron:
01392 248952
[email protected]