Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

About the Role

North Weald Veterinary Surgery is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their established small animal practice in North Weald, Epping. This is a full-time permanent role working 40 hours per week across weekdays (8am–4pm or 11am–7pm shifts) plus one in three Saturday mornings (8am–1pm). You'll be part of a four-vet, four-nurse team in a practice that's been serving the local community since 2004. The beauty of working here is the variety—every day brings something different, whether you're supporting reception, assisting with surgical procedures, or working with the practice's up-to-date diagnostic facilities, including a new dental X-ray machine. The culture here prioritises supporting all staff and encourages nurses to develop competencies across different areas of the nursing field.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing support across all aspects of small animal practice
• Assist with surgical procedures and post-operative care
• Support diagnostic work using the practice's modern facilities
• Contribute to reception duties as part of the integrated team
• Maintain high standards of patient and clinical care
• Participate in ongoing professional development and competency building

Requirements

• Current RVN registration
• Experience working in a small animal practice
• Flexibility to work a rota that includes Saturday mornings
• A collaborative approach and commitment to professional development

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), with increasing allowance based on length of service; your birthday as a paid day off
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme; enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Professional Development: £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata); certificate support; access to IVC Evidensia Academy learning and development; Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia; research funding opportunities; Infection Prevention and Control and Quality Improvement Programmes
• Professional Support: VDS cover and RCVS fees paid
• Colleague Benefits: Company pension with employer contribution; Cycle to Work and Green Cars Scheme; voluntary benefits package; access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers; discounted treatment for your own pets at any IVC Evidensia practice
• Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum depending on experience

About the Practice

North Weald Veterinary Surgery has been providing quality veterinary care in the area for nearly two decades, established in 2004. The practice has grown steadily while maintaining its caring approach to patients and owners. The team of experienced general practitioners also develops special interests in areas including ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery, and diagnostic imaging, with strong relationships with specialist referral centres for complex cases. The practice is part of IVC Evidensia, a leading veterinary group that invests in its people, premises, and processes as core to its business success.