Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC

purovets; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Rotherham seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a fixed-term contract from December to October. The role offers a flexible rota, a supportive team, and a chance to enhance nursing skills with a varied caseload, including exotics. Competitive salary between £17,000 and £30,000 pro-rata. Opportunities for CPD and career growth without long-term commitment.

Benefits

Generous CPD allowance

Paid memberships (RCVS, BVNA, VDS)

Staff discounts

Contributory pension scheme

Social events focused on wellbeing

Qualifications

• You will be an RVN with good general nursing experience.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• A proactive and cheerful approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing skills including admitting patients and anaesthetic monitoring.
• Support ANAs and SVN in theatre turnaround.
• Engage in client communication and patient recovery.

Skills

Good general nursing experience

Excellent communication skills

Passion for animal care

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Fixed Term Contract (December – October)
Rotherham

Highlights of the role:

• Flexible rota – full or part time (20–35 hours per week) with no OOH or overnight checks
  Supportive, inclusive team with opportunities to develop areas of special interest (including exotics)
• Modern, well-equipped practice with digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab and full surgical suite
• Generous CPD allowance, paid memberships, and competitive pro-rata salary (£17,000–£30,000 DOE)
• Fixed-term contract (10–12 months) offering career growth without long-term commitment

The Opportunity
Purovets are working with a fantastic Rotherham-based practice to recruit a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse for a fixed-term contract running from December through to October. This role offers the perfect chance to enjoy a varied caseload, enhance your nursing skills, and work within a friendly, supportive team.

The Role
This position will allow you to fully utilise your nursing skills, including admitting patients, anaesthetic monitoring, recovery, discharges, and client communication. You’ll have the support of ANAs and an SVN, helping with theatre turnaround and patient preparation, so you can focus on what you do best. The practice sees a wide variety of cases (including some exotic work), giving plenty of opportunity to develop your knowledge and interests.

About You
You will be an RVN with good general nursing experience, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for animal care. A cheerful, proactive, and down-to-earth approach will see you thrive in this collaborative team.

The Offer

• Competitive salary: £17,000–£30,000 pro rata (DOE)
• No out-of-hours or overnight inpatient checks
• CPD allowance (funded certificates available)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid memberships (RCVS, BVNA, VDS)
• Generous staff discounts (Vet Group, Pets at Home, Groom Room, plus exclusive retail and leisure perks)
• Social events and a focus on wellbeing

This is a fixed-term contract (10–12 months) starting December 2025 – ideal for an RVN looking for flexibility, career growth, and a rewarding caseload without a long-term tie-in.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com.

And don’t forget – if this position isn’t for you but you know someone who may be interested, please share our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidatereferral (T&Cs apply).

Ref: JOB-54869