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Contract: Permanent, part time Location: London Victoria animal hospital Salary: £26,496 plus £3,027 London Weighting Allowance per annum Rota: 7 on 14 off: Work 7 consecutive nights followed by 14 nights off Closing date: Thursday 3 September 2026 Interviews: Wednesday 9 September 2026 Are you ready to break free from the 9-5 routine and step into a role where your passion for animal care meets flexibility? We're seeking dedicated Night Veterinary Nurses to join our team at London Victoria Animal Hospital. Working 7 consecutive nights followed by 14 nights off; by joining our team, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our hospital provides a 24/7 service, catering to the needs of our furry friends around the clock. Our London Victoria animal hospital provides care to thousands of animals annually. From routine procedures to intricate surgeries, we offer a wide range of treatments to ensure the well-being of every patient. We are a first opinion practice providing essential emergency and first aid treatment to eligible pet owners. This means our business as usual is highly critical cases and surgical procedures, emergency triage over the phone and face to face, and inpatient care to a high nursing standard. We have well-equipped veterinary facilities. The hospital spans six floors, with six consultation rooms, two theatres, four minor procedure rooms and a laboratory. While our primary focus is on dogs and cats, our compassionate team is equipped to care for a variety of pets. You'll be helping to deliver excellent veterinary care for a wide range of small animals, providing both routine healthcare and attending a large number of emergencies, which provides our team with excellent opportunities to develop their skills. You'll be joining a dedicated overnight team consisting of three nurses and one on-site veterinary surgeon, working closely together to deliver exceptional patient care throughout the night. This small, supportive team environment allows for strong collaboration, autonomy and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes. Working a 7 nights on, 14 nights off rota, you'll enjoy an excellent balance between work and personal time. Shifts are 12 hours in length, operating on a rota basis between 18:30 to 06:30 and 20:00 to 08:00, ensuring continuous overnight care for our patients. Please note that annual leave should be taken within the 14 nights off period. By joining our team, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our hospital provides a 24/7 service, catering to the needs of our furry friends around the clock.