Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

New Malden Vets is seeking an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their established small animal team on a full-time basis. This is a permanent role within inspiring vet care, the UK's leading vet care provider trusted with over 2 million animals annually. The practice sits in a vibrant, community-focused location with excellent transport links to Wimbledon, Kingston upon Thames, Central London, and the coast, offering the perfect balance of city access and weekend escape opportunities.

The role features a diverse schedule averaging 40 hours per week with rotating shifts (8am-3pm, 8am-6pm, 12pm-8pm, and 11am-6pm), plus a 1-in-5 weekend rota covering Saturdays 8am-2pm with a day off following your weekend shift. You'll work alongside 2 Clinical Directors, 4 Veterinary Surgeons, and 5 other Registered Veterinary Nurses in a warm, inclusive team that genuinely feels like family.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care across a diverse range of first opinion cases, working collaboratively with veterinary surgeons
• Manage consultations, pharmacy duties, inpatient care, anaesthetic monitoring, Stage 1 dentals, and imaging
• Contribute to clinical standards and support ongoing development of patient care within the practice
• Build positive client relationships while maintaining excellent clinical standards
• Enjoy minimal administrative and cleaning duties, allowing focus on nursing excellence

Requirements

• Current RCVS registration as a Veterinary Nurse
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills with effective workload management
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• 6.6 weeks annual leave plus your birthday off, with increasing holiday based on length of service
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave for professional development
• RCVS and VDS fees covered by the practice
• Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Certificate support and mentorship opportunities
• Clear career pathways into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to hundreds of retail discounts and cashback schemes
• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets
• Regular social events including summer BBQ, Christmas party, and team outings

About the Practice

New Malden Vets is a long-established small animal practice owned and run by Jackie Cox and Margo Scott, who have been with the practice for 20 and 30 years respectively, and have owned the business since 2003. The practice is part of inspiring vet care, a values-led organisation committed to healthier animals and happier owners. The team is known for stability, with most staff having been with the practice for many years, enabling them to provide continuity of care from puppy and kittenhood through to old age.

The practice is proud holders of the ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic Gold Award, reflecting their commitment to exceptional, feline-friendly care and a cat-centric culture. Modern facilities include advanced diagnostic technology such as multiparameter monitors, digital X-ray, and dental X-ray. The practice is a veterinary nurse training centre and actively fosters continuous professional development through regular team meetings and clinical clubs. Beyond clinical work, the team celebrates together with an annual open day that brings staff and the local community together.