Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) / Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN)

Full-Time | Up to £31,000 DOE

Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse or Student Veterinary Nurse nearing qualification and looking for a supportive practice where you can develop your skills, feel valued, and enjoy coming to work?

At Staines Vets for Pets, we're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic RVN or SVN to join our growing team. Whether you're an experienced nurse or just starting your career, you'll become part of a collaborative practice where exceptional patient care, teamwork, and colleague wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

About Us

Our close-knit team is made up of seven dedicated colleagues who work together to provide outstanding care for our patients and clients.

Our team includes:

• 1 Full-Time Veterinary Surgeon


• 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (including our Practice Owner and Practice Manager)


• 3 Client Care Assistants

With more than 30 years of combined experience, we've created a positive and supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to share knowledge, learn from one another, and continue developing professionally.

We believe that looking after our team is just as important as looking after our patients. That's why we provide a range of wellbeing support, including:

• Mental Health First Aider


• Clinical Supervisor


• Physical and mental wellbeing support


• Trained Workplace First Aiders

A Practice Designed for Great Veterinary Care

Our modern, purpose-built practice is fully equipped with everything you need to deliver high-quality clinical care, including:

• In-house laboratory


• Digital X-ray


• Dental X-ray


• Dedicated dental suite


• Separate operating theatre


• Ultrasound


• Tonometry


• Glass-fronted kennels

Our caseload is varied, combining routine consultations and preventative healthcare with a wide range of medical and surgical cases, giving you excellent opportunities to develop your clinical skills.

The Role

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, including:

• Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts with a 30-minute lunch break


• 1 in rotational Saturdays (9:00am–5:00pm)

As part of our nursing team, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding role, including:

• Nurse consultations and preventative healthcare clinics


• Inpatient nursing and monitoring


• Anaesthesia and theatre support


• Diagnostic imaging and laboratory work


• Schedule 3 procedures (where appropriate)


• Supporting the wider clinical team to deliver exceptional patient care

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a Registered Veterinary Nurse or Student Veterinary Nurse nearing qualification.


• Is passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care.


• Enjoys working as part of a supportive, collaborative team.


• Is organised, proactive, and thrives in a busy practice.


• Has excellent communication skills and enjoys building lasting relationships with clients.


• Is motivated to continue learning and developing their clinical skills.

Why Join Staines Vets for Pets?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a practice where your contribution is genuinely valued, your ideas are listened to, and your professional development is actively encouraged.

Alongside a competitive salary of up to £31,000 DOE, you'll also enjoy a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Generous CPD allowance with support for further qualifications


• Paid professional memberships


• Pension scheme


• Healthcare benefits


• Exclusive colleague discounts at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home, and The Groom Room


• A welcoming and experienced team committed to supporting your career and wellbeing

If you're looking for a nursing role where you'll be empowered to use your skills, continue learning, and become part of a friendly and experienced team, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation or to apply, please email [email protected].

Alternatively, visit www.vets4petscareers.com.

Location: TW18 4WB

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!