Veterinary Nurse (Fixed Term Contract)
| Posting date: | 14 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 June 2026 |
| Location: | Daventry |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-58233-20726 |
Summary
Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Maternity Cover
Daventry, Northamptonshire
Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract
Excellent Benefits | Supportive Team | Immediate Start Available
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a well-established small animal practice in Daventry on a full-time fixed-term maternity cover contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinary nurse who enjoys a varied clinical role and wants to be part of a supportive team committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care.
Role Highlights
- Full-time fixed-term maternity cover
- Varied role across all areas of clinical nursing
- Nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package
The Role
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high standards of nursing care while supporting the veterinary team across all areas of the practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Running nurse-led consultations and clinics
- Performing Schedule 3 procedures
- Assisting in theatre and during surgical procedures
- Monitoring anaesthesia and patient recovery
- Inpatient care and hospitalisation
- Managing patient admissions and discharges
- Providing outstanding client care and communication
- Maintaining accurate clinical records
- Working in line with regulatory and operational standards
This is a rewarding role where you will be encouraged to utilise your full nursing skill set in a well-supported environment.
The Practice
This established small animal practice offers a welcoming and professional working environment, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing.
You will join a dedicated team passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care while supporting each other and continuing to develop professionally.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Health Plan from day one
- 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Life Assurance (3x salary)
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional paid day off
- £750 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days
- Funded certificates and internal career pathways
- Access to Clinical Communities and 24-hour hospitals
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Staff discounts on veterinary products and services
About You
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Passionate about patient welfare and client care
- Confident with general nursing duties and anaesthesia
- Enjoys nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures
- Team-oriented and proactive
- Committed to maintaining high clinical standards
Apply Now
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:
Luke Stewart – 01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.comView more veterinary nurse vacancies: https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
Know someone suitable? Receive £250 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply).
Reference: JOB-58233
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Running nurse-led consultations and clinics