Job Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Battersea, South West London
Salary: Up to £36,000 DOE | Full-Time | 4-Day Working Week

Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a role that offers genuine clinical variety, strong team support and an excellent work-life balance? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, purpose-built small animal practice in Battersea, working alongside a friendly and experienced team with access to outstanding facilities and clear career progression.

With a 4-day working week, varied caseload and excellent development opportunities, this role is ideal for an RVN who wants to fully utilise their nursing skills while maintaining a healthy balance outside of work.

The Role

This is a varied and rewarding nursing role where you will be heavily involved in all aspects of first opinion practice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Nurse consultations and clinics
• Schedule 3 procedures
• Theatre and anaesthesia nursing
• Surgical preparation and monitoring
• Inpatient care and hospitalisation
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Client education and support
• Admissions and discharges
• Supporting veterinary surgeons during consultations and procedures

As the sole RVN on-site, you will have significant clinical responsibility while benefiting from the support of an experienced veterinary and client care team.

Hours & Work Pattern

• Full-time position
• 4-day working week
• Fixed weekday off
• 1 in 6 weekends
• Excellent work-life balance

This structured rota provides consistency and plenty of time to enjoy life outside of work.

The Practice & Facilities

This spacious, purpose-built practice is designed to provide a calm and efficient environment for both patients and the clinical team.

Facilities include:

• Separate cat and dog wards
• Three consultation rooms
• Two fully equipped operating theatres
• Digital X-ray
• Dental X-ray
• Ultrasound
• ECG
• Comprehensive in-house laboratory

The practice also benefits from access to advanced imaging, CT and 24-hour support from a nearby veterinary hospital.

Why Join This Practice?

• Up to £36,000 salary depending on experience
• 4-day week with a fixed day off
• Modern, well-equipped working environment
• Sole RVN role with genuine autonomy
• Strong support from an experienced team
• Excellent CPD and certificate support
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Access to a wider clinical network and specialist support

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £36,000 depending on experience
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional paid personal day off each year
• £750 CPD allowance plus 2 days paid CPD leave
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Health Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Discounts on veterinary services and products

About You

You will be:

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Confident across all areas of small animal nursing
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of your role
• Passionate about patient and client care
• Interested in nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures
• A collaborative and proactive team member

Applications are welcomed from both experienced RVNs and those looking to further develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Apply Now

If you are looking for a rewarding Registered Veterinary Nurse role in Battersea with a 4-day week, excellent facilities and real opportunities for progression, this could be the perfect next step.

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Luke Stewart
01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com

View more veterinary nursing opportunities:
https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

£250 referral bonus available if you recommend a successful candidate (T&Cs apply).

Reference: JOB-56965