Registered Veterinary Nurse - South East London


Company:	Purosearch
Salary:	£32,000 - £32,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	SOUTH EAST LONDON
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Jul 2026
Closing date:	15 Aug 2026

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Summary

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Small Animal Practice

South East London | Permanent | Full Time

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum

A thriving small animal veterinary practice in South East London is seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join its friendly and supportive clinical team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse to become part of a close-knit, collaborative practice at a pivotal stage of growth. The clinic is currently undergoing a full refurbishment, creating a modern, well-equipped working environment where veterinary professionals can help shape the future of the practice.

About the Practice

The veterinary team consists of three experienced vets, led by a highly experienced Branch Partner with over nine years in practice and a certificate in Small Animal Surgery. The successful candidate will work alongside Student Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Care Assistants, a dedicated Client Care Assistant, and an experienced Practice Manager within a supportive and welcoming environment.

The practice offers modern veterinary facilities, including:

• Digital X-ray

• Ultrasound

• Dental suite

• In-house laboratory

The team sees a varied and interesting caseload of approximately 70% feline and 30% canine patients, with a balanced schedule of consultations and surgical procedures. Protected time is built into the day for administrative tasks and lunch breaks, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

The Opportunity

This role offers far more than a standard Veterinary Nurse job. It presents the opportunity to build a rewarding career in a forward-thinking practice that actively supports professional growth and clinical development.

The successful Registered Veterinary Nurse will have opportunities to:

• Run nurse-led consultations

• Develop consulting confidence through structured training and internal CPD

• Participate in a bespoke Nutritional Ambassador Programme

• Explore certificate training opportunities

• Collaborate with veterinary professionals through specialist clinical communities

The practice encourages nurses and vets with shared clinical interests to connect, learn, and develop together.

Working Hours & Work-Life Balance

To support wellbeing and flexibility, this full-time RVN position offers:

• 4-day working week

• 1 in 6 weekends

• A set day off each week to support consistency and personal planning

Salary & Benefits

The practice offers a competitive salary of up to £32,000, alongside an excellent benefits package designed to support career progression, wellbeing, and financial security.

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

• Health Cash Plan from day one

• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support

• Life Assurance (3x salary)

Annual Leave

• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service

• Additional paid “Day for You” leave

Learning & Development

• £750 CPD allowance

• 2 paid CPD days annually

• Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD, and 24-hour hospitals

• Funded certificates

• Structured internal career pathways

Additional Benefits

• RCVS and VDS fees paid

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Season Ticket loans

• Staff discount

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will be an RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care.

They will be a proactive team player who enjoys working collaboratively and is motivated to make a meaningful difference within a supportive veterinary practice that values its people.

Key Responsibilities

The successful Veterinary Nurse will typically:

• Deliver exceptional patient care through nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 procedures

• Support veterinary consultations, surgeries, and clinical procedures

• Monitor and care for patients throughout treatment

• Manage patient admissions and discharges

• Deliver excellent client care and communication

• Maintain compliance with all RCVS, regulatory, and operational standards

• Work collaboratively within a supportive veterinary team

Apply today to join a progressive veterinary practice in South East London where professional development, teamwork, and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything they do.

To apply please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to l.stewart@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-56959

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