Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) (Spay & Neuter Clinic)
Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a rewarding role that combines hands-on clinical nursing with inspiring the next generation of veterinary professionals?
The University of Surrey's School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an enthusiastic RVN to join our Spay & Neuter Clinic at The Mayhew in London. This unique role places you at the heart of veterinary education, supporting fourth-year veterinary students as they develop their practical skills while ensuring exceptional standards of patient care and animal welfare.
Our award-winning School of Veterinary Medicine is recognised for its innovative approach to veterinary education and research. Backed by over £40 million of investment, world-class facilities, and an extensive network of industry and clinical partners, we are committed to developing the veterinary leaders of tomorrow.
About the Role
Working alongside academic, veterinary and technical colleagues, you will support the delivery of our student-led Spay & Neuter Clinic. Students take responsibility for all aspects of patient care, from admission and anaesthesia through to surgery, post-operative monitoring and discharge, while you provide expert nursing support, guidance and supervision throughout the patient journey.
This role offers the chance to make a direct and lasting contribution to veterinary education while maintaining and developing your own clinical expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment.
About You
You will be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience working with dogs and cats in a veterinary clinical environment.
You'll also bring:
- A passion for animal welfare and patient care.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- The ability to coach, mentor and inspire students.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Familiarity with practice management systems.
- A sound understanding of health and safety requirements within a veterinary setting.
Whether you are looking for greater work-life balance, term-time working, or the opportunity to contribute to the education of future veterinary professionals, this role offers a rewarding and meaningful next step in your career.
This position is ideal for an RVN seeking a highly rewarding part-time role with a predictable working pattern:
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- University term-time only (approximately 20 weeks per year)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- The opportunity to help shape the next generation of veterinary professionals
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
How to Apply
If you're excited by the opportunity to combine clinical nursing with teaching and mentoring in an innovative and forward-thinking veterinary school, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply via the University website and upload your CV and cover letter.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Sophie Coles, Head of Veterinary Partnerships and Animal Resources (sophie.coles@surrey.ac.uk).
Join us and help develop the veterinary professionals of the future while making a real difference to animal welfare today.
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.
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.
Job Details
- Department: Veterinary Clinical Sciences
- Location: Other
- Salary: £7,539 to £8,213 per annum pro rata (0.2 FTE)
- Post Type: Part Time
- Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 27 November 2026
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
- Reference: 030126-R2
