The successful applicant will be passionate about providing a high level of client and patient care, sharing knowledge with colleagues and students, and having strong clinical experience. Although training will be provided for exotic species, previous experience will be an advantage.

Regular in- house training is provided in conjunction with access to external CPD. We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

• 30 days annual leave pro rata, plus Bank Holidays and Concessionary days, 
• Paid CPD days, free access to the RVC online CPD catalogue 
• Very impressive pension scheme.
• Free membership to the on-site fitness centre
• On site café and restaurant
• Job satisfaction from providing first-class veterinary care to our local community.
• A great working environment with highly qualified and friendly staff

Royal Veterinary College is currently the QS number 1 ranked veterinary school in the world and a great organisation to work for.

For queries, contact Megan Jones-Walters, Lead Veterinary Nurse at mjoneswalters@rvc.ac.uk

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK

Closing Date: 21 Oct 2026

Reporting Unit: Animal Care

Salary: £27,226 to £27,837 Per Annum Including London Weighting
Fixed Term / Full Time

These 2 posts would suit a friendly team player who is hardworking, caring, and enthusiastic. Previous experience in an animal care environment is essential. An animal care qualification would be desirable, but it is not essential. The role will involve maintaining infection control standards, patient handling, walking, grooming and feeding.

We are recruiting for 2 positions:

• Full-time: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working either 2:30pm to 10:30pm or 3:30pm to 11:30pm.
• Part-time: 28 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, working either 2:30pm to 10:30pm or 3:30pm to 11:30pm.

Training and ongoing support will be provided.

We offer a generous reward and benefits package including:

• Competitive and attractive pension package
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus 3 concessionary days and bank holidays) pro rata
• Access to free in-house CPD
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus
• A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave

For informal enquiries regarding this position, or to arrange a visit, please contact: Head Oncology Nurse, Nicole Read on nread@rvc.ac.uk.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 09 Oct 2026

Reporting Unit: Animal Care

Salary: £26,692 to £27,291 Pro Rata Per Annum Including London Weighting (£21,353.60 to £21,832.80 Per Annum Including London Weighting)
Permanent / Full Time and Part Time