Head Veterinary Nurse / Senior RVN – Small Animal Practice
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE | Leadership Role | Clinical & Operational Balance
Key Highlights
* Up to £40,000 DOE + CPD, leadership exposure & career progression
* Mix of clinical nursing and management responsibility
* Training practice with Clinical Coach opportunity
* Varied caseload with inpatient care, surgery, and leadership duties
Hours & Rota
* Full-time position (approx. 38–40 hours per week)
* Monday – Friday shifts between 8:00am – 6:30pm (flexibility required)
* Participation in rota planning and occasional clinical shift cover
* Night duties and weekend shifts shared across the team:
o Weeknights: inpatient care only after 9pm
o Weekends: inpatient focus after 5pm
o On-site accommodation provided for night/weekend duties
Salary & Benefits
* Salary £35,000 – £40,000 DOE
* Generous CPD allowance with leadership development opportunities
* Training practice with Clinical Coach potential
* Pension scheme
* Holiday allowance
* Supportive, team-focused environment
* Opportunity to shape and develop the nursing team
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Veterinary Nurse / Senior RVN to take on a key leadership role within a busy, first-opinion small animal practice. This is a highly varied position combining hands‑on clinical work with team leadership, rota management, and operational oversight.
This role is ideal for an experienced RVN ready to step into management or an established Head Nurse seeking a dynamic and rewarding environment.
The Role
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the nursing team, while maintaining high clinical standards and supporting practice growth.
Key responsibilities include
* Leading, mentoring, and managing the nursing team
* Overseeing rotas, staffing, and day‑to‑day operations
* Supporting and developing student nurses (training practice environment)
* Maintaining clinical standards, SOPs, and compliance
* Stock control, ordering, and supplier liaison
* Supporting clinical duties including theatre, inpatient care, and nurse consults
* Organising CPD, appraisals, and team development
* Assisting with recruitment, performance management, and team wellbeing
Clinical Environment
* Busy first‑opinion practice with varied caseload
* Strong focus on inpatient care and surgical nursing
* Night duties focused on inpatients only (reduced OOH pressure)
* Training practice with student nurse development opportunities
* Modern, spacious hospital environment
Apply Now
For more information or a confidential discussion:
01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com
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