Veterinary Nurse
| Posting date: | 18 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £37,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 June 2026 |
| Location: | Barnet |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | JOB-58297-20726 |
Summary
Registered Veterinary Nurse (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Barnet, North London
Competitive Salary | Full-Time | 12-Month Maternity Cover Contract
Role Highlights
- 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave
- Opportunity to join a beautifully designed, modern small animal clinic
- Varied role including nurse consults, anaesthetic monitoring, theatre and inpatient care
- Strong emphasis on patient wellbeing and exceptional client experience
- Purpose-built technology to streamline admin and maximise clinical time
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
The Role
This maternity cover role offers the chance to become a fully integrated member of a highly skilled and supportive team, delivering outstanding clinical care in a modern environment where both pets and people are genuinely valued.
You will play a key role in all aspects of nursing, from consultations and surgical support to inpatient care and preventative healthcare, while helping create a calm and welcoming experience for every patient and client.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional nursing care to patients across all areas of the practice
- Conduct nurse consultations and preventative healthcare appointments
- Monitor general anaesthesia and maintain accurate records
- Assist veterinary surgeons with procedures and surgeries
- Administer treatments and medications
- Maintain detailed and accurate clinical notes
- Monitor stock levels and support inventory management
- Ensure clinical areas and equipment are maintained to the highest standards
- Educate clients on routine and specialised pet care
Working Pattern
- Full-time fixed-term contract
- 12 months covering maternity leave
- Start date available ASAP
The Practice
This is a modern and beautifully designed small animal clinic that combines excellent clinical standards with an outstanding client experience.
The team is passionate about creating a workplace where collaboration, kindness and innovation are at the heart of everything they do. Purpose-built in-house technology reduces administrative burden, allowing the clinical team to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 200 hours annual leave
- Birthday off after one year of service
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Supportive and highly skilled clinical team
- Regular company social events
- Innovative technology designed to simplify day-to-day work
About You
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Experienced in general practice nursing
- Confident running nurse consults
- Competent in anaesthetic monitoring and surgical nursing
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Proactive and able to work independently when needed
- Friendly, adaptable and a strong team player
Apply Now
For a confidential discussion, contact:
Luke Stewart
l.stewart@purovets.com
01904 570056View more opportunities: https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
£250 referral bonus available (T&Cs apply)
Ref: JOB-58297
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Competitive salary
- Full-time fixed-term contract
- Deliver exceptional nursing care to patients across all areas of the practice