Purosearch • Battersea
About this role
Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Battersea, South West London
Salary
Up to £36,000 DOE | Full-Time | 4-Day Working Week
Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a role that offers genuine clinical variety, strong team support and an excellent work-life balance? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, purpose-built small animal practice in Battersea, working alongside a friendly and experienced team with access to outstanding facilities and clear career progression.
With a 4-day working week, varied caseload and excellent development opportunities, this role is ideal for an RVN who wants to fully utilise their nursing skills while maintaining a healthy balance outside of work.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding nursing role where you will be heavily involved in all aspects of first opinion practice.
Your responsibilities will include
- Nurse consultations and clinics
- Schedule 3 procedures
- Theatre and anaesthesia nursing
- Surgical preparation and monitoring
- Inpatient care and hospitalisation
- Laboratory diagnostics
- Client education and support
- Admissions and discharges
- Supporting veterinary surgeons during consultations and procedures
As the sole RVN on-site, you will have significant clinical responsibility while benefiting from the support of an experienced veterinary and client care team.
Hours & Work Pattern
- Full-time position
- 4-day working week
- Fixed weekday off
- 1 in 6 weekends
- Excellent work-life balance
This structured rota provides consistency and plenty of time to enjoy life outside of work.
The Practice & Facilities
This spacious, purpose-built practice is designed to provide a calm and efficient environment for both patients and the clinical team.
Facilities include
- Separate cat and dog wards
- Three consultation rooms
- Two fully equipped operating theatres
- Digital X-ray
- Dental X-ray
- Ultrasound
- ECG
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory
The practice also benefits from access to advanced imaging, CT and 24-hour support from a nearby veterinary hospital.
Why Join This Practice?
- Up to £36,000 salary depending on experience
- 4-day week with a fixed day off
- Modern, well-equipped working environment
- Sole RVN role with genuine autonomy
- Strong support from an experienced team
- Excellent CPD and certificate support
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Access to a wider clinical network and specialist support
Salary & Benefits
- Salary up to £36,000 depending on experience
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional paid personal day off each year
- £750 CPD allowance plus 2 days paid CPD leave
- Funded certificates and internal career pathways
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Health Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Discounts on veterinary services and products
About You
You will be
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Confident across all areas of small animal nursing
- Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of your role
- Passionate about patient and client care
- Interested in nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures
- A collaborative and proactive team member
Applications are welcomed from both experienced RVNs and those looking to further develop their skills in a supportive environment.
Apply Now
If you are looking for a rewarding Registered Veterinary Nurse role in Battersea with a 4-day week, excellent facilities and real opportunities for progression, this could be the perfect next step.
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact
Luke Stewart
01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com
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https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
£250 referral bonus available if you recommend a successful candidate (T&Cs apply).
Reference
JOB-56965