Registered Veterinary Nurse (Maternity Cover)

Registered Veterinary Nurse North West London Maternity Cover Why Join?

• £32,000-£36,000 FTE
• Join a busy 24-hour veterinary hospital with an exciting and varied caseload.
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive clinical and nursing team.
• Enjoy access to excellent diagnostic and surgical facilities, including CT and ultrasound.
• Enjoy a role that combines teamwork, clinical variety and plenty of opportunities to make a real difference.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting maternity cover opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a thriving 24-hour hospital. Working 40 hours per week across 5 days, you'll care for hospitalised patients. Support surgical procedures and manage a varied caseload in purpose-built modern facilities alongside experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses.

Benefits

• £32,000-£36,000 FTE, depending on experience.
• 6.6 weeks' annual leave, including bank holidays (pro rata).
• 2 days' paid CPD leave (pro rata).
• RCVS & BVNA fees covered.
• Private medical insurance, medical cashback options and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous discounts, plus additional responsibility allowance and relocation assistance where applicable.

The Rota

• 40 hours per week, worked across 5 days.
• Flexible daytime shift patterns.
• Approximately 1 in 4 weekends.
• 1 Bank Holiday commitment.
• A varied rota designed to provide plenty of proper time away from the hospital.

Career Development

• Work alongside experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses.
• Develop your skills across surgery, anaesthesia and hospital nursing.
• Gain experience with emergency and critical care patients.
• Benefit from a varied caseload and exposure to advanced procedures and diagnostics.
• Receive paid CPD leave to support your continued professional development.
• Opportunities for career development through additional responsibility.

What We're Looking For

• An experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a background in a busy clinical or hospital environment.
• Confidence supporting surgery and anaesthesia.
• Experience caring for hospitalised, emergency and critical patients.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working within a supportive, experienced team.
• Someone confident working independently, while recognising when to ask for support.