Registered Veterinary Nurse (Part-Time)

About the Role

This part-time RVN position in Epsom offers 8.5-hour shifts on Tuesdays and Thursdays, making it an ideal stepping stone for student nurses about to qualify or for experienced RVNs looking to reduce their hours without sacrificing job satisfaction. The practice has a strong track record of supporting newly qualified nurses, so you’ll never feel out of your depth.

You’ll be joining a stable, collegial team that includes a full-time vet, full-time RVN, VCA, and two part-time receptionists—people who genuinely have your back. Your rota includes a 1:4 Saturday shift at the Epsom branch and a 1:10 Saturday rotation at Stone Lion Hospital in Wimbledon, plus one bank holiday per year. Importantly, there are no on-call or overnight requirements.

Epsom itself is a prestigious market town in Surrey with excellent transport links—direct trains to central London, easy M25 access, and the charm of a vibrant community. You get the best of both worlds: a settled practice environment combined with easy escape routes when you need them.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care and support continuous improvement in patient outcomes
• Assist the vet in theatre, consultations, and clinical procedures as required
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records for all hospitalised patients
• Ensure the comfort, welfare, and dignity of all animals in your care
• Manage equipment sterilisation, packing, cleaning, and storage to professional standards
• Monitor and maintain stocks of drugs, diets, and consumables; place supplier orders as needed
• Provide front-of-house reception support, managing enquiries by phone, email, and in person with professionalism and warmth
• Mentor and clinically supervise student nurses during their training placements
• Contribute to induction and ongoing training for new team members
• Support a respectful, collaborative team environment

Requirements

• Current RVN registration (or on track to qualify as an SVN)
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and animal welfare
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work flexibly within the agreed rota pattern

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £32,000–£35,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time hours), depending on experience
• 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
• CPD budget each year plus up to 2 days’ paid CPD leave (pro rata)
• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks
• Access to private medical healthcare scheme at reduced rates, plus medical cashback incentives

About the Practice

Goddard Vet Group operates as a welcoming first-opinion small animal practice serving the Epsom community, now part of the VetPartners group. The team is known for being settled, supportive, and genuinely invested in their colleagues’ development—particularly nurses at the start of their careers.

The practice combines modern clinical facilities with a long-standing reputation for personable, thorough care. With a mix of full-time and part-time staff, you’ll find a culture that respects work-life balance and actively supports professional development.