Registered Veterinary Nurse – Battersea, Wandsworth

The client is seeking a confident and capable Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly and inclusive, RCVS-accredited small animal practice in Battersea. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, delivering high-quality care to patients alongside two RVNs, an SVN, and a VCA.

The practice is located in a vibrant community near Northcote Road and has served its loyal client base for over thirty years. The team prides itself on providing professional, friendly, and humane care.

The Role

– Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

– 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (9 am–1 pm) with a weekday off when worked.

– Shifts on a rota basis: 8:30 am–4:30 pm or 11 am–7 pm.

– No out-of-hours work.

– Salary up to £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Responsibilities

– Monitoring patients pre- and post-surgery, under anaesthetics and sedation.

– Administering drugs and injections.

– Preparing animals for surgery.

– Restraining and handling patients with a focus on their wellbeing.

– Cleaning kennels and surgical areas.

– Maintaining and sterilising surgical instruments and equipment.

– Performing diagnostic tests using in-house Idexx lab equipment.

– Assisting with x-rays.

– Admitting and discharging patients.

– Conducting nurse consultations and advising clients.

– Contributing to the growth of the Student Nurse and VCA.

– Answering phones in a busy practice.

– Working independently and collaboratively with the team.

About the Practice

The practice is equipped with modern facilities, including an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, and ultrasound. The team consists of six dedicated vets supported by an experienced network of nurses and administrative staff. Operating six days a week, the practice offers a diverse caseload and values continuous learning, providing regular in-house training and support for external courses.

Benefits

– 6 weeks of paid holiday, including bank holidays.

– £600 CPD allowance per annum.

– Health Shield contributions for treatments such as dentistry and sports massage.

– RCVS membership paid, plus one additional membership subscription.

– VDS cover.

– Enhanced parental and adoption leave pay.

– Discounted veterinary fees.

– Access to My Perks for discounts on shopping, travel, and entertainment.

– Cycle-to-work scheme.

– CPD and training support.

– Company sick pay.

– Annual pay reviews.

– Focus on employee wellbeing.

Job Reference No: JN-092025-33177