Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Portsmouth
Salary: £29,000 – £35,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a modern, well‑equipped veterinary practice in Portsmouth as a Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse. This role is ideal for a confident RVN looking to step into a leadership position while remaining hands‑on in a busy, progressive clinical environment.
Rota
* Full‑time position
* 4‑day working week
* 1 in 4 weekends
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary £29,000 – £35,000 DOE
* Generous holiday allowance
* Excellent CPD allowance and leadership development support
* Income protection
* Enhanced family policies
* Retail and employee discounts
* Long service recognition
* Profit share bonus scheme
* Overseas charity work opportunities
* Plus much more
Why Join This Portsmouth Veterinary Practice?
You’ll be working in an exceptionally well‑equipped small animal clinic, offering real clinical variety, professional development, and the chance to shape high clinical standards alongside a supportive leadership team.
Facilities include:
* Two fully equipped operating theatres
* Dedicated dental suite with digital and handheld dental X‑ray
* Digital X‑ray and ultrasound
* Multiparameter monitoring equipment
* Separate dog, cat, and small animal wards
* Walk‑in kennels and isolation unit
* In‑house laboratory
* Growing exotic and small mammal caseload
The Role – Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse
Working closely with the Head Nurse, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day clinical and operational running of the practice. This is a hands‑on leadership role combining clinical nursing, mentoring, and governance responsibilities.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting and mentoring the nursing team
* Maintaining and driving high clinical standards
* Assisting with rota management and workflow efficiency
* Contributing to clinical governance and continuous improvement
* Supporting inpatient, surgical, and emergency care
* Acting as a positive role model within the team
Apply Now
For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email l.stewart@purovets.com.
To view all current veterinary nurse jobs, visit purovets.com/veterinary-jobs
Know someone suitable? We offer £250 for every successful referral (terms and conditions apply).
Reference: JOB-56821
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