<div><h3>Overview</h3><p>Join us as a <b>Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse</b><b>(Mat Cover)</b> at a busy veterinary hospital <b>near Basildon.</b></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RVN to step into a leadership role, supporting a large, dynamic team within a state-of-the-art hospital. With advanced facilities, varied caseloads, and a strong focus on professional development, this 12-month maternity cover role is perfect for someone looking to grow their management and clinical skills.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Fixed-term maternity cover – 12 months</li><li>Full-time role, 1 in 4 weekends</li><li><b>Up to £34,000 per annum (D.O.E.)</b></li><li>Primarily clinical, leading by example “on the floor”</li><li>Support the Head Nurse in daily coordination of the nursing team</li><li>Conduct team meetings and assist with return-to-work processes</li><li>Support induction, teaching, and clinical coaching of the team (training provided)</li><li>Update the clinical team on new protocols and process changes</li></ul><h3>About the Practice</h3><ul><li><b>Advanced facility including CT, MRI, hydrotherapy, and physiotherapy</b></li><li>High caseload including emergency, critical care, soft tissue, and orthopaedic surgery</li><li>Dedicated wards for cats, dogs, exotics, outpatients, and isolation cases</li><li><b>Fully equipped dental area with dental X-ray</b></li><li>Passionate about pain control and anaesthesia – working towards zero-pain practice accreditation</li><li>Veterinary Nurse training practice with regular EMS placements</li><li>Collaborative team environment supported by non-clinical staff</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Registered Veterinary Nurse with 3–4 years’ experience</li><li>Previous leadership or senior nursing role desirable</li><li>Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Confident leading by example and mentoring others</li><li>Passionate about patient care and team collaboration</li></ul><p>To Apply, either click “Apply” or send in your CV to <i>info@medmatchvets.co.uk</i>.</p><p>For more information please also do not hesitate to call Amira on <b>07742071867</b> and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this great opportunity.</p><p>If you are interested in any other roles across the UK, please feel free to visit us on medmatch.co.uk/jobs.</p></div>