Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice, Lane End Salary up to £35,000 DOE Full-time, permanent Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step into a leadership role? We are looking for a motivated, proactive and confident RVN to join Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice as our Head Veterinary Nurse. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare, high-quality nursing care and supporting a small, close-knit team to thrive. Your Role in the Team This is a hands-on nursing role combined with responsibility for leading the nursing function within the practice. You will play a vital role in both clinical work and the day-to-day running of the practice, ensuring high standards of care, smooth clinical operations and a positive team culture. You will continue to be actively involved in theatre, anaesthesia, inpatient care and nurse clinics, while also providing guidance, structure and support to the nursing team. Your voice will be valued, and you will work closely with the vets and Practice Manager to maintain and develop clinical standards across the practice. While you will be based primarily at Cherry Tree, you will also feel part of a wider support network through our sister practices and the IVC Evidensia group. Key Responsibilities Leading and managing the nursing team Supporting vets and the Practice Manager with day-to-day operations Managing stock control, ordering and supplier relationships Overseeing equipment maintenance and ensuring compliance Supporting staff performance, development and clinical standards Encouraging best practice and a positive, supportive team culture Work Schedule Full-time role working 40 hours per week Flexible rota options available, 5 days of 8 hours or 4 days of 10 hours Built-in flexibility to support work-life balance Varied role combining leadership and hands-on nursing About Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice Cherry Tree Vets is a thriving small animal practice located in the charming village of Lane End. Housed in a beautiful 1900s building that has been our home for over 10 years, the practice offers a calm, community-focused environment while being equipped with modern facilities including digital and dental X-ray and ultrasound. We pride ourselves on being a trusted part of the local community and on delivering compassionate, high-quality care. As part of the IVC Evidensia group, we benefit from the support and opportunities of a large organisation while maintaining the feel of a friendly, close-knit village practice. What We’re Looking For Registered Veterinary Nurse with solid general practice experience Confident and organised with a proactive leadership approach Passionate about high standards of nursing care and animal welfare Comfortable supporting and guiding a small team Keen to continue developing clinically and professionally Why Join Us? This role offers the chance to step into leadership while remaining clinically hands-on, build strong relationships with clients and colleagues, and shape the nursing standards of a well-loved village practice. Because Our People Matter We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary of up to £35,000 DOE, you will benefit from: Work Life Balance 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Your birthday as a paid day off Increasing holiday allowance with length of service Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Development £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata Certificate support Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia provider Research funding available for all vets and nurses Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme Professional Memberships VDS cover RCVS fees Additional Benefits Company pension scheme with employer contribution Pawsome Benefits with discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers Discounted staff pet care We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Up to £35,000 DOE