Veterinary Nurse - Basildon

Purosearch Ltd.; Basildon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave plus bank & leave

RCVS registration

VDS fees

Funded external CPD opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced family leave

Electric car salary sacrifice

Wellness programme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eyecare voucher

Cycle to work

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) for a Basildon-based practice. The role focuses on high standards of patient care and client service within a friendly, supportive team.

You’ll work closely with the Head Nurse and multidisciplinary team, mentoring junior staff and ensuring efficient daily operations while delivering exceptional care to patients and clients.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A friendly, flexible, and proactive attitude
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A passion for delivering high standards of animal care and patient wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Nurse and clinical team to support nursing duties
• Provide guidance and support to junior nursing staff and animal care/kennel assistants
• Ensure smooth day-to-day running of clinical areas and kennels in collaboration with colleagues
• Maintain excellent patient outcomes and client experience through strong communication

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 40 hours per week | 1 in 4 Saturdays | No Out of Hours (OOH)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a friendly, supportive, and progressive veterinary team in

Basildon. This is an ideal role for an enthusiastic and compassionate veterinary nurse looking to further their career within a well-established, forward-thinking veterinary practice that values professional development and exceptional patient care.

The successful candidate will be an experienced

Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong general nursing skills, excellent customer service abilities, and a collaborative approach to teamwork. They will thrive in a busy veterinary environment and demonstrate a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care to patients and clients alike.

About the Role

The role of the

Registered Veterinary Nurse is critical to maintaining high standards of patient and client care throughout the practice.

Working closely with the Head Nurse and wider clinical team, the successful candidate will play a key role within the nursing department, supporting positive team culture and helping to nurture strong team ethics. They will also provide guidance and support to junior nursing staff and animal care/kennel assistants.

The successful RVN will work collaboratively with colleagues across all departments to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of clinical areas and kennels. Strong communication skills will be essential to ensure excellent patient outcomes and an exceptional client experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinary nurse who enjoys working within a close-knit team and is looking to join a loyal, friendly, and supportive workplace.

The Ideal Candidate

• Current registration as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A friendly, flexible, and proactive attitude
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A passion for delivering high standards of animal care and patient wellbeing

The successful candidate will benefit from an excellent package, including:

• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and
• VDS fees
• Funded external CPD opportunities
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellness programme, including:
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Practice

This opportunity is with a progressive, premium veterinary group committed to delivering outstanding first-opinion veterinary care. The main hospital site is located in

Basildon, supported by two nearby branch practices offering preventative veterinary clinics.

The practice strongly believes in supporting and investing in its people, facilities, and services to ensure clients and their pets receive the highest standard of modern veterinary care. Team members are actively encouraged to pursue additional certifications and professional development, with genuine opportunities for career progression available across the wider group.

With over 60 staff members and a strong, recognisable reputation within the veterinary profession, this is an exciting opportunity to join a respected organisation that values teamwork, growth, and clinical excellence.