Senior Veterinary Nurse West London (Acton Area)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to step into a Senior RVN role within a well-established small animal practice in West London. This position offers leadership responsibility, strong clinical exposure and support from a wider hospital network — all with no on-call requirements.

Key Highlights

• Salary £34,000 to £39,000 depending on experience.

• Full-time 40-hour week.

• 1 in 3 branch Saturdays.

• 1 in 10 Sundays at nearby 24-hour hospital (time off in lieu provided).

• 1–2 bank holidays per year.

• No on-call requirement.

• Leadership training provided.

Key Details

• Role: Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: Acton area, West London.

• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week.

• Weekend rota: 1 in 3 Saturdays, 1 in 10 Sundays (time back in lieu).

• Salary: £34,000 to £39,000 dependent on experience.

The Practice

This unique first-opinion GP practice is well equipped for day-to-day clinical work, with modern facilities including consult rooms and a dedicated colleague area. The team consists of an experienced veterinary surgeon and established support staff who are engaged and committed to high clinical standards.

Out-of-hours support is provided by a nearby 24-hour hospital offering advanced imaging, CT, laparoscopic equipment and specialist-led services, ensuring strong clinical backup and referral pathways.

The location benefits from excellent transport links, including immediate access to major underground and rail routes.

The Role

As Senior RVN, you will take responsibility for leading and supporting the nursing and reception teams while maintaining high clinical standards across the practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting the nursing team.

• Assisting in theatre and consultations where required.

• Ensuring high standards of patient care, comfort and welfare.

• Utilising Schedule 3 skills as directed.

• Overseeing equipment maintenance and compliance.

• Conducting weekly Controlled Drug audits.

• Supporting reception team operations and client service standards.

• Acting as clinical supervisor for student nurses.

This role would suit an experienced RVN ready to step into leadership. Prior leadership experience is desirable but not essential, as formal in-house leadership training will be provided.

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse.

• Experienced in general small animal practice.

• Confident and ready to take on leadership responsibilities.

• Strong communicator with a collaborative approach.

• Passionate about delivering high standards of patient and client care.

What's On Offer

• Salary £34,000 to £39,000 dependent on experience.

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave including bank holidays.

• CPD budget plus paid CPD leave.

• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks.

• Access to private medical healthcare scheme at a reduced rate.

• Medical cashback incentives.

• Leadership training and career development support.

If you would like further information about this Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse role in the Acton area of West London, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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