We are seeking a knowledgeable, confident Head Veterinary Nurse to join our team at White Cross Vets on a full‑time basis. The practice itself is well equipped with modern facilities, including dental X‑ray, digital X‑ray, a new ultrasound machine, an in‑house laboratory and Sedivue. Our team currently consists of two veterinary surgeons, with a third returning from maternity leave soon, alongside two Registered Veterinary Nurses and an additional RVN role we are looking to fill. The nursing team is supported by a Student Veterinary Nurse, a Head Receptionist and a Client Care Coordinator, creating a friendly and well‑supported working environment.
We are supported by a dedicated people team, our own nursing and veterinary boards, and work closely in collaboration with our neighbouring clinics in Stanningley, Guiseley and Roundhay, creating a strong and connected network. We host monthly wellbeing afternoons, offer a dedicated evening helpline and are committed to truly knowing and supporting individuals, not just managing them.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As Head Veterinary Nurse you will provide senior clinical and professional leadership for the nursing team, overseeing all nursing aspects of the practice and supporting the delivery of high‑quality patient and client care. You’ll be responsible for setting and maintaining nursing standards, leading clinical governance and quality improvement activity and developing a capable, confident nursing team. Working closely with the wider practice leadership team, you’ll shape culture, performance and ways of working.
This is a full‑time role working 40 hours per week across 4 or 5 days, including a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota. You’ll collaborate closely with a Practice Director who takes a coaching approach, as well as our head receptionist and long‑standing clinic director.
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
* A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
* 6.6 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 including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
£0 – £0 per year
Up to £36,000 per annum DOE
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