Salary: up-to £32,000 DOE
There’s no better time to join our amazing team at New Malden Vets!
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced veterinary nurse to join our team. This role offers a varied schedule, averaging 40 hours per week, with rotating shifts: 8am-3pm, 8am-6pm, 12pm-8pm, and 11am-6pm. You’ll also be part of a 1-in-5 weekend rota (Saturdays 8am-2pm), with a day off following your working weekend.
Your responsibilities will include a mix of consultations, pharmacy duties, inpatient care, anaesthetic monitoring, stage 1 dentals, and imaging. With a dedicated clinical coach in place, no additional training is required, and thanks to our fantastic reception team, nurses spend minimal time on reception duties.
About Us
We are a thriving community general practice with excellent transport links to Wimbledon, Kingston upon Thames, and Central London, as well as easy access to the coast. Our well-equipped practice features advanced diagnostic tools, including multiparameter monitors, digital X-ray, and dental X-ray.
We are proud to hold an ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic Gold Award and actively promote feline-friendly care among our team. Continuous professional development is at the heart of our practice, and we encourage staff to share their knowledge through meetings and clinical clubs. Our ultimate goal is to provide gold-standard care for both clients and patients.
About the Team and Culture
Our team includes:
2 Clinical Directors
4 Veterinary Surgeons
6 Registered Veterinary Nurses
2 Student Veterinary Nurses
7 Receptionists
We take pride in fostering a welcoming and social workplace. Our annual open day is a highlight for both staff and the community, and we also enjoy a summer work BBQ and a Christmas party. Our social secretary ensures we step outside our comfort zones with fun activities like escape rooms and game nights—new ideas are always welcome!
Applicant Requirements
We’re looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse who can confidently perform all clinical duties to a high standard. A team player with strong leadership skills and a passion for patient and client care would be a great fit. We are open to applications from both RVNs and experienced second-year trainee nurses looking to join our friendly small animal nursing team.
Join Us in a Fantastic Location
Located on the southwest London/Surrey border, our practice offers the best of both worlds. We’re just 25 minutes by train from Central London, with easy road access via the A3 if you’re heading out of the city. Whether you’re drawn to city life or countryside escapes, this is the perfect location to enjoy both.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave
Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
Private Medical Insurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
Non-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
Certificate support
Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
Infection Prevention and Control Programme
Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS cover
RCVS fees
Additional benefits
Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
Discounted staff pet care
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.