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Exciting Opportunity – Join Our Brand-New Harlow Practice
We're thrilled to announce the opening of our brand-new Forest Veterinary Centre practice in Harlow, launching Autumn 2025 This is a unique opportunity to step into a Clinical Nursing Manager (CNM) role and be part of something special right from the beginning.
Our new state-of-the-art practice will include:
* A cutting-edge radioactive iodine suite for advanced feline hyperthyroidism treatment
* On-site CT scanner, digital x-ray, and dental x-ray facilities
* Fully equipped in-house laboratory
* Our own dedicated out-of-hours service
* A busy, well-established caseload with a loyal and supportive client base
The Role
As our Clinical Nursing Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the nursing team and clinical standards at our new Harlow site. This is both a strategic and hands-on leadership role, providing professional, operational and clinical guidance while working closely with our Clinical Director, senior leadership team, and the wider Linnaeus nursing community.
You'll lead by example, working clinically alongside your team while also ensuring we deliver the highest standards of patient and client care. You'll also influence the growth and development of the practice, embedding nursing excellence from day one.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the nursing team
* Maintain an overview of nursing standards across all clinical areas
* Ensure effective communication and workflow across the practice
* Support patient care excellence through training, development, and CPD planning
* Play an active role in the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategic and operational decisions
* Lead on governance, quality, and clinical safety procedures within nursing
* Manage and support lead nurses, ensuring a positive and efficient working environment
About You
We're looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) who has:
* At least 5 years in practice, with 2+ years post-registration
* Proven experience in staff management, leadership, and training
* Strong clinical standards with a passion for patient care and nursing development
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to balance clinical and managerial priorities
What We Offer
* The chance to shape and lead a brand-new practice with cutting-edge facilities
* Support from the Linnaeus Nursing Community and access to regional nursing managers
* Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
* A dynamic and supportive working environment where your ideas and input will shape the future of the practice
* Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're passionate about veterinary nursing and excited by the opportunity to lead from the very start of our Harlow journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of building the future at Forest Veterinary Centre, Harlow.
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We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing – valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team