At Easter Ross Vets we offer a rewarding opportunity for a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a small, dedicated team and provide senior clinical and professional leadership. The role involves full‑time work (40 hours per week) on a 4‑ or 5‑day schedule with no out‑of‑hours or on‑call duties required. This position offers a strong work‑life balance and the chance to shape nursing standards, improve patient care, and advance through clear career pathways.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As Head Veterinary Nurse you will oversee all nursing aspects of the practice, support delivery of high‑quality patient and client care, and play an integral role in shaping culture, performance, and ways of working with the wider leadership team.
General responsibilities include:
* Lead and manage the nursing team, providing guidance and support.
* Oversee patient care, ensuring best practice in all nursing duties.
* Assist in managing clinical and operational procedures, including stock control and protocols.
* Perform a wide range of nursing duties, including surgeries, consultations, and inpatient care.
* Work closely with the Practice Manager and veterinary team to improve operational efficiency and patient care.
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
* Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
* Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced medical and surgical nursing skills.
* Proven experience of leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams.
* Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and professional standards.
* Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
How We’ll Support You
* A senior leadership role with accountability for nursing standards and team development.
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into wider practice leadership roles.
* Ongoing learning and development to support leadership, governance and strategic growth.
* Collaboration in a values‑led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement.
What We Offer Our Team
* 6.8 weeks annual leave plus your birthday off.
* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service.
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay.
* Private Medical Insurance.
* Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme.
* £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave.
* Certificate support.
* RCVS and VDS fees covered.
* Pension scheme.
* Discounted veterinary care.
* Voluntary benefits: Green Car salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with participating retailers.
Up to £29,402 DOE.
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