Veterinary Nurse

Posting date:	11 May 2026
Salary:	£30,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	10 June 2026
Location:	Saffron Walden
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-58208-20726

Summary

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Part-Time

Location: Near Saffron Walden
Salary: £30,000 FTE
Hours: 2 Days Per Week (Ideally Wednesday & Thursday, 8:30am–7:00pm)
Flexible Additional Hours Available

This is an ideal role for an experienced veterinary nurse seeking a stable two-day working week with no weekend commitments, while still enjoying a varied and rewarding caseload. Additional shifts and holiday cover are available for those looking to increase their hours.

Role Highlights

• Part-time permanent role – Wednesday and Thursday ideally
  
• Working hours: 8:30am to 7:00pm
  
• No weekends
  
• Potential for extra shifts and holiday cover
  
• Salary: £30,000 FTE
  
• Modern, established independent practice
  

  The Role

  This is a hands-on nursing role covering all aspects of first opinion veterinary nursing, including:

  • Surgical nursing and anaesthesia monitoring
    
  • Assisting with routine and advanced procedures
    
  • Inpatient care and recovery
    
  • Nurse consultations
    
  • Laboratory work
    
  • Client education and support
    

    The practice offers a broad caseload, including routine procedures and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, providing excellent opportunities to utilise and develop your clinical skills.

    The Practice

    This is a newly established purpose-built small animal clinic with a growing and loyal client base. The practice is fully equipped to deliver high-quality veterinary care and offers a supportive, close-knit team environment.

    Current Team
    • 2 Veterinary Surgeons
      
    • 2 Registered Veterinary Nurses
      

      The team is easy-going, collaborative and values a practical, positive attitude. Everyone works together and supports one another to ensure excellent patient and client care.

      Candidate Requirements

      • RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
        
      • Confident with general nursing duties
        
      • Team-oriented with a proactive attitude
        
      • Friendly, reliable and committed to excellent patient care
        

        Why Join?

        • No weekends
          
        • Consistent part-time hours
          
        • Opportunity to work in a modern, new and growing practice
          
        • Flexible additional hours if desired
          
        • Supportive and relaxed working environment
          
        • Varied and interesting caseload
          
        • Strong emphasis on teamwork and clinical standards
          

          Apply Now

          For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

          Luke Stewart – 01904 570056
          l.stewart@purovets.com

          View more veterinary nurse jobs: https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

          Know someone suitable? Receive £250 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply).

          Reference: JOB-58208