Locum Veterinary Nurse

purovets; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A small animal practice in Maidstone is offering a permanent locum position for a Registered Veterinary Nurse, with flexible working hours and a competitive pay of £18–£22 per hour. The role involves various responsibilities, including dental care, routine surgeries, and lab work, in a supportive environment free from overnight shifts or Sunday work. Ideal candidates will be qualified RVNs with a compassionate approach, ready to join a cohesive team focused on animal welfare and client education.

Benefits

Free parking

Employee discount

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified RVN with current RCVS registration.
• Confident with routine nursing tasks, monitoring anaesthesia & lab work.
• A compassionate, calm approach with pets and clients alike.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rabbit, cat and dog dentals.
• Perform routine surgery & vaccinations.
• Conduct general check-ups & nurse consults.
• Manage radiography, ultrasonography, and in-house lab work.

Skills

Routine nursing tasks

Monitoring anaesthesia

Lab work

Compassionate approach

Reliability

Education

Qualified RVN

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Locum
Maidstone | Small Animal Practice | Permanent role | Full or Part Time Hours | £18–£22/hr

• Permanent locum RVN role – flexible dates to suit you

• Supportive team – 2 vets, 2 RVNs, practice manager & reception

• Wide caseload: rabbit, cat, dog dentals, surgery, nurse consults

• Free parking, employee discount & bonus scheme

What’s On Offer

• £18–£22 per hour (depending on experience)

• Permanent long term opportunity, no set dates - True flexibility while maintaining job security.

• Free on-site parking

• Supportive environment with a stable weekday rota

• No OOH or Sundays

What You’ll Be Doing

Every day will bring variety – you’ll assist with:

• Rabbit, cat and dog dentals
• Routine surgery & vaccinations
• General check-ups & nurse consults
• Radiography, ultrasonography, microscopy & in-house lab work
• End-of-life care & client education

You’ll work alongside two experienced vets and a supportive reception and management team. Shifts are Monday–Friday only, with no overnight accommodation provided, so local locums or those happy to commute are especially welcome.

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified RVN with current RCVS registration

• Confident with routine nursing tasks, monitoring anaesthesia & lab work

• A compassionate, calm approach with pets and clients alike

• Reliable, adaptable and able to slot smoothly into a well-bonded team

Ready for high earning potential?
Contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail] to secure your booking.

Ref: JOB-54306
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