Part-Time Registered Veterinary Nurse – North London

Location: North London
Salary: £32,000–£36,000 FTE, depending on experience
Hours: Part-time, averaging 26.13 hours per week
Job Type: Permanent

Looking for a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse role where you can develop your clinical skills, work within a close-knit team and make a real difference to patient care?

An established small animal veterinary practice in North London is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join its supportive first-opinion team. With a busy caseload, a loyal client base and experienced colleagues on hand to provide guidance, this is an excellent opportunity for an RVN looking to build their confidence and progress their nursing career.

Newly qualified RVNs are encouraged to apply, with support available to help you settle into the role and continue developing your skills.

The Role

You’ll play an important part in delivering high standards of nursing care within a busy general practice, working alongside experienced veterinary surgeons and fellow nurses.

The practice has a varied caseload and a strong focus on teamwork, making this an ideal environment for someone who enjoys working collaboratively and building lasting relationships with clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality nursing care and promoting excellent patient welfare.

• Assisting veterinary surgeons with consultations and surgical procedures.

• Monitoring hospitalised patients and maintaining accurate clinical records.

• Preparing, cleaning, sterilising and maintaining equipment.

• Monitoring stock levels of medications, diets and clinical consumables.

• Supporting the induction and training of new colleagues.

• Providing reception support and ensuring clients receive a friendly, professional service.

• Supporting and supervising student veterinary nurses where appropriate.

• Contributing to a positive, collaborative working environment.

More complex surgical cases and patients requiring out-of-hours care can be referred to a nearby 24-hour veterinary hospital, giving you access to additional clinical support when needed.

Working pattern:

• Part-time position, averaging 26.13 hours per week.

• Three days per week: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

• One in three Saturday mornings.

• One in ten Sunday shifts at a nearby 24-hour hospital.

• One bank holiday per year.

• No on-call requirements.

About You

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is passionate about patient welfare, enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to providing excellent nursing care.

You’ll ideally have:

• Current RCVS registration as a Veterinary Nurse.

• A genuine interest in small animal nursing.

• Good communication and client care skills.

• A proactive, organised approach to your work.

• The ability to work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and nursing colleagues.

• A willingness to learn, share knowledge and contribute to the development of others.

Newly qualified RVNs are welcome to apply. Support from experienced nursing colleagues and the wider veterinary team will help you develop your confidence and clinical skills.

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to join an established veterinary practice with a loyal client base and a team that values collaboration and mutual support.

You’ll benefit from:

• A part-time working pattern across three days per week.

• A varied caseload within a busy first-opinion practice.

• Support from experienced veterinary and nursing colleagues.

• Opportunities to develop your clinical skills and knowledge.

• Experience supporting student nurses and developing your mentoring skills.

• Access to additional expertise and referral facilities at a nearby 24-hour hospital.

• No on-call commitments.

• A welcoming team environment where colleagues work together to provide excellent patient care.

Benefits Package

The role also offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 6.6 weeks of annual leave, including bank holidays, pro rata.

• Annual CPD allowance.

• Up to two days of paid CPD leave, pro rata.

• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks.

• Access to a private healthcare scheme at a reduced rate.

• Medical cashback incentives.

Location & Details

Based in North London, this role offers convenient access to public transport, local amenities and green spaces.

With transport links into central London and nearby countryside for time away from the city, the location offers a good balance between urban convenience and outdoor activities.

Interested in finding out more?

For a confidential conversation about this Registered Veterinary Nurse opportunity, get in touch.

Angel Mason
Recruitment Consultant
angel.mason@gvcvets.com
01392 793153