Veterinary Nurse Role | Independent Practice | Reading
Job description
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Location: Reading
Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
An established independent small animal practice in Reading is seeking an enthusiastic and efficient Registered Veterinary Nurse to join its friendly and supportive nursing team.
This role offers excellent variety, with nursing involvement across consultations, theatre, and inpatient care, and would suit a nurse who enjoys working as part of a collaborative, multi-site practice.
The Role
The successful candidate will work across multiple branches within the practice, each operating as a standalone site with a varied daily caseload.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting in theatre and surgical procedures
- Supporting veterinary consultations
- Running nurse clinics
- Providing high-quality inpatient care
- Supporting diagnostic procedures, including radiography
- Working collaboratively with vets and the wider nursing team
Facilities & Equipment
Each branch is well equipped with:
- Fully equipped operating theatres
- Digital radiography (available at selected sites)
- In-house laboratory facilities with full IDEXX blood suites
- Dedicated consulting spaces
Working Hours & Out-of-Hours
- Full-time position
- Flexible 4 or 5-day working week available
- 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (8:30am – 1:30pm)
- No overnight or out-of-hours duties (covered externally)
Development & Benefits
- Flexible CPD allowance tailored to individual interests
- Support for development in areas of personal interest
- Professional fees covered as part of the benefits package
- Supportive, friendly, and team-focused working environment
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Be organised, proactive, and efficient
- Enjoy working in a team-oriented environment
- Be keen to develop skills and clinical interests
- Have a positive, enthusiastic approach to nursing care
This role is ideal for an RVN seeking a varied clinical role, flexible working patterns, and a practice that genuinely supports nurse development.
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