Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) (Spay & Neuter Clinic) at University of Surrey

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to work in our small animal Spay & Neuter Clinic at The Mayhew, Trenmar Gardens, London, NW10 6BJ.

The School of Veterinary Medicine aims to create a wealth of new knowledge of the animal world, taking a multi-disciplinary approach to veterinary education and research and creating the veterinary leaders of the future. With over £40m of investment, international and multi-partner collaborations, coupled with a multi-disciplinary approach and state-of-the-art equipment, teaching and research facilities, it could open up a world of possibilities for you too.  So, join us at the forefront of developments in veterinary sciences.

You will be part of a team of Academic, RCVS & technical staff responsible for delivering a high standard of technical support and teaching within the Spay & Neuter Clinic. You will work with our fourth-year students on site as the RVN for these procedures to help give them practical, hands-on experience, providing a high standard of animal care and welfare to all animals undergoing surgery. 

About you

You will be a qualified Veterinary Nurse, holding Registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons as an RVN. With experience working with dogs and cats preferably in a veterinary clinical environment, you will also have understanding of health and safety and animal welfare regulations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a part time RVN looking to work on set days during University term times only for two days per week. You will need to be available on Tuesday and Wednesday each week (16 hours/week) during University terms (20 weeks per year).

In addition to salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement, and excellent development opportunities.

How to apply

If you are enthusiastic, keen to join a School of Veterinary Medicine that is motivated to do things differently and open up a world of new possibilities, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply on the university website upload your CV and cover letter.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Alison Livesey a.livesey@surrey.ac.uk

Further details

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the ‘apply online’ button above.
 
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.