Registered Veterinary Nurse, Hammersmith
8 days ago
Hammersmith
Registered Veterinary Nurse Contract: Permanent, full time (42 hours Monday-Friday) Salary: £27,681 - £30,000 per annum (plus £3,954 London Weighting Allowance) Location: Hammersmith animal hospital, W6 0RQ Closing date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 Interview dates: W/C 2nd March 2026 We’re looking for a friendly, caring Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our close knit team at our Hammersmith Animal Hospital. You’ll be working with a group of dedicated and talented veterinary professionals who genuinely support one another, delivering excellent care to a wide variety of small animals. From routine nursing to emergency work, no two days are the same and there are plenty of opportunities to build confidence, develop new skills and grow in your role. More about the role Blue Cross animal hospitals and pet care clinics provide veterinary treatment to sick and injured pets when their owners can’t afford private veterinary fees. Our vet care is available to pets whose owners receive certain means-tested benefits and live within the catchment area of one of our animal hospitals or pet care clinics. Our Hammersmith hospital is a compact, quirky site with lots of character which first opened in 1922; we’re very proud of its history. Despite its size, it’s well equipped with digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound and a mini-lab for in-house testing and microscopy, which we actively encourage nurses to get involved to develop these skills. We have separate dog and cat wards, a dedicated room for euthanasia to ensure privacy and dignity and a designated reception team so clinical staff can stay focused on patient care. You’ll be joining a small, welcoming team where communication really matters. We start each day with short, informal mini-meetings to share updates and we hold monthly whole-team meetings where everyone’s voice is encouraged. We use award-winning clinical guidelines to support practical, evidence-based decision-making, always putting patient welfare first and we value open conversations and shared learning in a safe, non-judgemental environment. We also understand the emotional demands of veterinary work and the importance of looking after each other. Wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders are based at all our hospitals, helping to create a culture where people feel supported, listened to and able to be themselves. Working hours This is a full-time, permanent role offering a good work–life balance, with weekday hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm. You’ll work Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm and Wednesdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break. We’re also happy to consider part-time applicants looking to work four days per week, with days discussed at interview. Weekend shifts are worked on a rota basis at our Victoria site, averaging around 7–8 weekends per year. About you As a Veterinary Nurse, you will be confident and capable in delivering excellent nursing care for a range of small animals, providing both emergency and routine healthcare. Our Veterinary Nurses work alongside Veterinary Surgeons to promote animal health and welfare through responsible ownership and play a key role in the education of pet owners. The ability to work as part of a team and effective communication skills are really important, often you will be the first point of our clients, forming strong bonds with them to ensure improved animal health and welfare. We’d love to hear from applicants who bring a passion for supporting and developing student veterinary nurses, ideally with some experience of coaching, mentoring or assessing in practice. A good understanding of RCVS training standards and an interest in education, wellbeing and inclusive learning would be a real advantage. Knowledge, skills, and experience: • Fully qualified Veterinary Nurse, • Registered with RCVS, • Confident in all aspects of veterinary nursing, • Provision of nursing clinics, • Laboratory skills Visit our website and the apply button below to complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: • Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays), • Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support, • Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family, • Health cash plan, • Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme, • Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution, • Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support., • Life assurance, • 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance, • Enhanced family friendly policies, • Recognition scheme, • Annual volunteer days
