Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Grove Lodge Veterinary Group; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant practice as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in a dynamic team committed to high-quality animal care. This role offers rotating shifts, ample annual leave, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment fostering teamwork. Located conveniently for both city and countryside lifestyles.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme (5% Employee/3% Employer)

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Strong passion for animal care and client satisfaction.
• Experience in performing clinical duties independently.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform consultations and pharmacy duties.
• Monitor patient anaesthesia and provide inpatient care.
• Conduct imaging and dentals.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our outstanding team at New Malden Vets. If you're passionate about animal care and ready to take the next step in your career, we can't wait to welcome you aboard!

About the role

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced veterinary nurse to join our dynamic team. This role offers a diverse schedule, averaging 40 hours per week with rotating shifts, including 8am-3pm, 8am-6pm, 12pm-8pm, and 11am-6pm. Additionally, you'll be part of a 1-in-5 weekend rota (Saturdays 8am-2pm), with a well-deserved day off following your weekend shift.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to take on a diverse range of responsibilities, including consultations, pharmacy duties, inpatient care, anaesthetic monitoring, Stage 1 dentals, and imaging. With the support of our exceptional reception team, you'll spend minimal time on administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on what you do best - delivering outstanding care to our patients.

About us

We are a vibrant, community-focused practice with excellent transport links to Wimbledon, Kingston upon Thames, Central London, and even the coast - making us perfectly placed for both city life and weekend escapes. Our modern, well-equipped clinic features advanced diagnostic technology, including multiparameter monitors, digital X-ray, and dental X-ray, enabling us to provide the highest standard of care.

As proud holders of the ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic Gold Award, we’re committed to delivering exceptional, feline-friendly care and fostering a cat-centric culture throughout our team. We strongly believe in continuous professional development and actively encourage our staff to share their expertise through regular team meetings and clinical clubs. At the heart of everything we do is our mission to provide gold-standard care to every client and every pet who walks through our doors.

About the team and culture

Our team is made up of 2 Clinical Directors, 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses, and 7 fantastic Receptionists. We take pride in fostering a warm, inclusive, and genuinely supportive workplace where everyone feels like part of the family. Our annual open day is a highlight of the year, bringing together staff and the local community in celebration. We also enjoy regular social events, including a summer BBQ, a festive Christmas party, and a variety of team outings. With a dedicated social secretary at the helm, there’s always something fun on the calendar - whether it's an escape room challenge, a game night, or something new we haven’t tried yet. We’re always open to fresh ideas that bring us closer as a team!

Applicant requirements

We’re looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse who can confidently perform all clinical duties to a high standard. A team player with strong leadership skills and a passion for patient and client care would be a great fit. We are open to applications from both RVNs and experienced second-year trainee nurses looking to join our friendly small animal nursing team.

Join us in a fantastic location

Located on the southwest London/Surrey border, our practice offers the best of both worlds. We’re just 25 minutes by train from Central London, with easy road access via the A3 if you’re heading out of the city. Whether you’re drawn to city life or countryside escapes, this is the perfect location to enjoy both.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

*6.6 weeks annual leave

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Private Medical Insurance

*Cycle to Work scheme

*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

*Non-accidental injury support

Development

*£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

*Certificate support

*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Additional benefits

*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

*Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

*Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Up to £34,000 pa DOE