Locum Registered Veterinary Nurse – Basildon

This locum opportunity offers a chance to join a leading referral hospital in Basildon, Essex, with a varied rota across a busy period from July 2026 through to January 2027. The site is well placed for those looking to work in a respected Referral Hospital environment within easy reach of London, while contributing to high-quality patient care in a modern clinical setting.

Key Details

- Profession: Registered Veterinary Nurse

- Job Type: Locum

- Start Date: 25 July 2026

- End Date: 3 January 2027

- Location: Basildon, Essex

- Setting: Referral Hospital

- Working Pattern: Various Saturday and Sundays

- Duties: Emergency and Critical Care, Inpatients, Consultations, Surgery

- Facilities: MRI scanner, CT scanner, dedicated ICU

- Team Size: Over 200 employees

Why You'll Love This Role

This is a strong opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys varied clinical work in a referral environment. You will be part of a large, established team with access to advanced facilities and the chance to support patients across a broad range of specialties.

About the Role

The role is centred around locum cover across a series of scheduled shifts, with work spanning weekends and a range of start and finish times. It will suit a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is comfortable contributing to a busy referral service and supporting clinical care across the hospital.

You will be working alongside a multidisciplinary team within a 24/7 environment, with involvement in Emergency and Critical Care, Inpatients, Consultations and Surgery. The caseload is likely to be varied, reflecting the specialist nature of the service.

This is a practical opportunity for an RVN who values a structured rota and the chance to work with advanced clinical equipment. It offers exposure to a high-standard referral setting with a strong support network in place.

About the Practice

This veterinary referral service is recognised as a leading provider of specialist care in the UK. It offers a wide range of disciplines, including anaesthesia, cardiology, dermatology, diagnostic imaging and neurology, supporting a diverse and interesting caseload.

The hospital operates around the clock, which underpins consistent patient care across Emergency and Critical Care and inpatient services. Its facilities include an MRI scanner, CT scanner and a dedicated ICU, all of which support a high clinical standard.

The site is located in Laindon, Essex, approximately 30 minutes from central London. It provides a modern referral hospital environment within a sizeable team of more than 200 employees.

Call to Action

If you are a suitably qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse and would like to be considered for this locum opportunity, please apply today or enquire for further information.

Job Reference No: JN-35098