Overview
Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal at Trinity Vets (Maidstone, Kent) in partnership with IVC Evidensia. An experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse is invited to step into a Head Nurse role. We welcome applications from experienced Head Nurses with strong leadership and a proven ability to lead teams. The team is supportive and collaborative, with pathways discussed to find the best fit.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a team of nurses and support staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
* Take on leadership responsibilities with opportunities for development and progression.
* Manage a varied caseload (approximately 50% small animals and 50% exotics) with mentorship from the Exotics Lead.
* Provide mentorship and training to junior staff; support CPD and ongoing learning.
* Participate in a weekend rota with no out-of-hours shifts; typically 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days; flexible/part-time arrangements available.
* Work in a recently refurbished facility with equipment including four consulting rooms, exotic ward, surgical theatre, prep room, radiography and ultrasonography, in-house clinical pathology and dental facilities.
Qualifications and Experience
* Registered Veterinary Nurse in the UK; leadership experience in a veterinary setting.
* Ability to lead teams effectively and support staff development.
* Experience with exotics is welcomed but not essential.
What We Offer
* Competitive base salary; 6.6 weeks of annual leave.
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, private medical insurance, cycle to work, gym discounts, and initiatives focused on employee wellbeing.
* £550 CPD allowance with paid CPD leave; certificate support; learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon; potential for research funding.
* VDs cover and RCVS fees.
* Pawsome Benefits and pension (5% Employee / 3% Employer).
Location
Maidstone, Kent
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