Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – 12 Month FTC (Maternity Cover)

VetPartners Limited; Sheet; On-site; GBP 28,501 - 34,834; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary – up to £31,668 depending on experience

6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays

£600.00 CPD allowance per annum

Health Cash Plan

VDS cover

My Perks – discounts and cashback offers

Job summary

VetPartners Limited in the United Kingdom is looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their supportive team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Work will primarily cover maternity leave, providing a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a busy and well-established practice.

This role involves working 37.5 hours per week across multiple sites, ensuring the highest standards of patient care while collaborating with a strong team of professionals.

The position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday, and a wealth of benefits aimed at developing your skills and ensuring your wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Enjoys a varied caseload, from routine procedures to emergencies.
• Holds a full driving license and access to a vehicle (ideal).

Responsibilities

• Involved in theatre and anaesthesia.
• Provide inpatient care and nurse clinics.
• Work across three sites: Petersfield, Horndean, and Farlington.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – 12 Month FTC (Maternity Cover)

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a large, busy, and well-established practice, working across multiple sites with a varied caseload.

The Role

• 37.5 hours per week over 5 days
• Shifts between 7:30am – 7:30pm
• 1 in 4 weekend day shifts (with time off in lieu)
• Work across our three sites: Petersfield, Horndean, and Farlington
• No out-of-hours (supported by a dedicated night team)

You’ll be involved in all aspects of nursing, including:

• Theatre and anaesthesia
• Inpatient care
• Nurse clinics

About the Practice

We are a large, busy practice with a strong nursing team made up primarily of RVNs. We actively encourage our nurses to fully utilise their skills, including:

• Blood sampling
• IV placement
• Radiography
• Dental scale and polishes

We offer a supportive environment and are always happy to help develop skills in areas where confidence may be building.

Our team works closely together to deliver the highest standards of patient care—and we pride ourselves on a positive, friendly atmosphere both in and out of work.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is confident working both independently and as part of a larger team
• Enjoys a varied caseload, from routine procedures to emergencies
• Has excellent time management and organisational skills
• Is proactive, reliable, and team-focused
• Ideally holds a full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop and utilise your full nursing skillset
• Exposure to a wide and interesting caseload
• Great team culture across multiple sites

As proud members of the VetPartners family we offer a fantastic range of benefits including (pro rata):

• Salary – up to £31,668 depending on experience
• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
• £600.00 CPD allowance per annum
• Health Cash Plan – offering a wide range of benefits for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage
• VDS cover
• My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more

If you’re looking for a varied and rewarding role within a welcoming team, we’d love to hear from you!

We are committed to providing a fair recruitment process with equality of opportunity for all, and our vacancies are open to those from all backgrounds. As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our people.