Registered Veterinary Nurse (12-Month FTC)

North London, UK – Maternity Cover Contract with a Modern, Supportive Team

Looking for a role that gives you stability, variety, and the chance to be part of a genuinely people-first practice? This 12-month fixed-term contract offers the opportunity to join a progressive small animal clinic where nurses are truly valued, trusted, and involved in clinical decision-making.

GVC is supporting a modern, community-focused practice in North London seeking an experienced RVN to join their team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. You’ll work closely with an experienced veterinary and nursing team, delivering exceptional patient care while enjoying a collaborative environment and excellent clinical standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN looking to gain experience in a high-quality practice, develop their nursing skills further, and enjoy being part of a positive, close-knit team culture.

The Role

• 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract
• Deliver high standards of inpatient and surgical nursing care
• Run nurse consults and support preventative healthcare
• Assist with both invasive and non-invasive procedures
• General anaesthetic monitoring and clinical record keeping
• Maintain excellent hygiene and clinical standards throughout the practice
• Educate and support clients on routine and specialist pet care
• Work collaboratively with vets and fellow nurses to provide outstanding patient outcomes

What They’re Looking For

• Qualified RVN with current registration
• Previous veterinary nursing experience in small animal practice
• Confident with nurse consults and GA monitoring
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative when needed
• Comfortable working within a busy clinical environment
• Experience using a Practice Management System preferred

What’s on Offer

• Salary dependent on experience
• 200 hours annual leave plus birthday leave after 1 year
• Pension scheme
• Supportive and collaborative clinical culture
• Opportunity to work in a beautifully designed modern clinic
• Excellent exposure to a varied caseload
• Regular social events and team-focused environment
• Purpose-built systems designed to reduce admin and support clinical teams

If you're looking for a rewarding RVN role where your input is genuinely valued and you can enjoy being part of a forward-thinking practice, this could be a fantastic next step.

Apply now or contact me for more details – stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com and 01392 793069