Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse

VetPartners Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

CPD budget and paid CPD leave

Private medical healthcare scheme

Job summary

VetPartners Limited in London is seeking an experienced Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to manage their nursing team and ensure high-quality care for pets. The role involves assisting the veterinary surgeon, conducting audits, and overseeing daily reception operations.

The position offers a salary range of £35,000 to £39,000 based on experience, plus 6.6 weeks annual leave and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary nursing and client care.
• Ability to supervise and lead a team effectively.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality nursing care and improving standards.
• Assist the veterinary surgeon in theatre and consultations.
• Conduct weekly audits of Controlled Drugs.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Leadership

Client care

Theatre assistance

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

153 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, London, SW15 1EZ

About Your New Role

Our Putney practice location has a true London ‘village’ atmosphere, just a short walk from the River Thames, Putney High Street, and Putney Station. The team consists of one senior vet, one associate vet, and a clinical support team dedicated to building strong bonds with an established client base. As Senior RVN you will work closely with the senior vet to maintain the high standard of daily practice operations, overseeing diary management, equipment maintenance, and team engagement.

You will receive full support from a dedicated regional manager and benefit from out‑of‑hours care provided by Stone Lion 24‑hour hospital, located a 15–30‑minute drive away. There are no on‑call requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the nursing team, ensuring high quality and continually improving standards of nursing care.
• Assist the veterinary surgeon in theatre and during consultations, as and when required.
• Ensure the provision of high quality nursing care, comfort and welfare for all pets.
• Utilise Schedule 3 skills, as directed.
• Ensure all diagnostic, surgical and medical equipment and instruments are serviced, maintained well and fully operational.
• Conduct a weekly audit of Controlled Drugs in accordance with the prescribed protocol.
• Manage receptionist staffing, ensuring high standards of client care through excellent communication.
• Oversee daily reception operations, handling clients and pets in person, by email and telephone.
• Provide clinical supervision for student nurses.

What We Offer

The salary band for this full‑time 40‑hour week role is £35,000 to £39,000, depending on experience, with room for growth.

• 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
• CPD budget each year plus up to 2 days paid CPD leave
• Paid 30‑minute lunch breaks
• Opportunity to join our private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, plus medical cashback incentives

More About the Role

The 40‑hour week can be spread across four days and includes a 1:4 branch Saturday and 1:10 Sunday rotation at Stone Lion Hospital, plus one bank holiday per year at Stone Lion. Leadership training is provided to support the transition into a senior position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.