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Published
May 14, 2026
Location
Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Salary
£28,000 — £35,000

Description

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Maternity Cover

Daventry, Northamptonshire
Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract
Excellent Benefits | Supportive Team | Immediate Start Available

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a well-established small animal practice in Daventry on a full-time fixed-term maternity cover contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinary nurse who enjoys a varied clinical role and wants to be part of a supportive team committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care.

Role Highlights

  • Full-time fixed-term maternity cover
  • Varied role across all areas of clinical nursing
  • Nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package

The Role

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high standards of nursing care while supporting the veterinary team across all areas of the practice.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Running nurse-led consultations and clinics
  • Performing Schedule 3 procedures
  • Assisting in theatre and during surgical procedures
  • Monitoring anaesthesia and patient recovery
  • Inpatient care and hospitalisation
  • Managing patient admissions and discharges
  • Providing outstanding client care and communication
  • Maintaining accurate clinical records
  • Working in line with regulatory and operational standards

This is a rewarding role where you will be encouraged to utilise your full nursing skill set in a well-supported environment.

The Practice

This established small animal practice offers a welcoming and professional working environment, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing.

You will join a dedicated team passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care while supporting each other and continuing to develop professionally.

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Health Plan from day one
  • 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
  • Life Assurance (3x salary)
  • 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Additional paid day off
  • £750 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days
  • Funded certificates and internal career pathways
  • Access to Clinical Communities and 24-hour hospitals
  • RCVS and VDS fees paid
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Season Ticket Loan
  • Staff discounts on veterinary products and services

About You

  • RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
  • Passionate about patient welfare and client care
  • Confident with general nursing duties and anaesthesia
  • Enjoys nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures
  • Team-oriented and proactive
  • Committed to maintaining high clinical standards

Apply Now

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Luke Stewart – 01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com

View more veterinary nurse vacancies: https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

Know someone suitable? Receive £250 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply).

Reference: JOB-58233

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