Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

Job title:

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location:

Village Vet Hampstead, North London

Hours:

Part-time hours, 30.4 hours per week (based on annualised hours and overnight shifts). Full-time hours are 40 hours per week.

Practice:

Village Vet Hampstead

Salary:

Up to 37,000 per annum (full-time equivalent, based on a 40-hour week), dependent on experience and pro-rata for hours worked.


Are you looking for a role that offers clinical variety, real autonomy, and the chance to make a significant impact during your shift? At Village Vet Hampstead, our Night Registered Veterinary Nurses are central to the care and outcome of our patients. Join our 24-hour hospital and take ownership of overnight patient care, emergency triage, and critical medical management - all within a team that values your growth, clinical input, and wellbeing.

Why join us?

You'll handle a diverse and stimulating caseload including emergency surgeries, overnight medical in-patients, and emergency and critical care cases Annualised hours provide flexibility, allowing you to swap night blocks for extended time off - ideal for achieving work-life balance A highly capable night team (Registered Veterinary Nurse, Patient Care Assistant, Veterinary Surgeon) enables autonomy and the ability to directly influence patient care decisions Full support from a Lead Night Veterinary Surgeon (holder of a certificate in exotic animal practice) and a senior clinical team committed to emergency and critical care development Work in a hospital with advanced facilities including computed tomography, digital radiography, ultrasound, and emergency surgical suites Opportunities to participate in nurse consultations, patient handovers, and contribute to clinical protocols

What we're looking for

Registered Veterinary Nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Minimum of two years of post-qualification experience in small animal practice Experience or a strong interest in emergency and critical care and in-patient care Confidence working overnight independently within a supportive team Strong communication and organisational skills.

What we offer

Annualised hours with flexibility to arrange extended blocks of leave Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Defence Society fees paid Employer contribution pension scheme Life assurance Electric car salary sacrifice scheme Enhanced equal family leave Relocation support (where eligible) Extensive internal and funded external continuing professional development, including support towards further certifications Career development within an experienced emergency and critical care-focused nursing team.

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our associates. We have an experienced team of trained Mental Health First Aiders across our practices and central support office, in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme available to everyone.

The team

Village Vet Hampstead is a 24-hour hospital accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, supporting the wider North London area. Our hospital operates as an emergency and critical care hub with a varied caseload that includes gastric dilatation-volvulus, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, intensive post-operative monitoring, and medical in-patient care. The pace is dynamic but supported, with excellent communication between day and night teams through structured handovers. You'll be part of a close-knit overnight team with a veterinary surgeon and patient care assistant, while also benefiting from a broader clinical community of experienced registered veterinary nurses, patient care assistants, and certificate-holding veterinary surgeons.


We foster a supportive culture where mental health, learning, and professional development are prioritised. Our team is experienced, inclusive, and invested in helping new colleagues thrive.

How to Apply

To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Purvi Kataria at

purvi.kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

for more information or a confidential discussion.


We look forward to hearing from you.


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We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk