Overview
Deputy Head Nurse – Portsmouth
Purovets is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse to join a forward thinking, well equipped practice in Portsmouth. With extensive modern facilities including two operating theatres, a dental suite with handheld dental X-ray, digital imaging, multiparameter monitoring, separate species-specific wards, an isolation unit, and a growing exotics caseload, this practice offers a vibrant and varied environment where no two days are the same.
Thrive in a vibrant coastal city, with Portsmouth’s mix of historic charm, seaside living, and excellent professional opportunities right at your doorstep. Working closely with the Head Nurse, this pivotal role will see you help drive efficiency, governance, and continuous clinical improvement across the practice. You’ll join a team that values teamwork, open communication, and clinical excellence—and is proud to offer flexible working patterns to support a healthy work-life balance.
Responsibilities
* Support the Head Nurse in driving efficiency, governance, and continuous clinical improvement across the practice.
* Assist with complex procedures and provide hands-on leadership in clinical settings.
* Mentor and develop colleagues, contributing to a positive learning environment.
* Help manage day-to-day clinic flow to ensure smooth operations and high-quality patient care.
* Contribute to delivering gold-standard patient and client care and uphold clinical excellence.
Qualifications and Skills
* Confident, proactive RVN with leadership potential.
* Thrives in a supportive, dynamic setting and enjoys collaboration with colleagues.
* Committed to continuous professional development and growth into senior roles.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Rota
* Full-time position
* 1:4 weekends
Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance
* Salary from £29,000 – £35,000 per annum
* Generous CPD allowance
* Profit share bonus scheme
* Enhanced family policies
* Employee discounts
* Retail discounts
* Overseas charity work
* Plus much more!
Salary and benefits are DOE and negotiable within the stated range.
Application and Contact
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email l.stewart@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And if this position is not suitable but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply
Ref : JOB-54173
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