Overview
Head Nurse – Rhyd Broughton Veterinary Group, Wrexham
Up to £32,086 DOE • 36 hours per week
Join a team that’s passionate about nursing excellence in the heart of North Wales. We are looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step as our new Head Nurse, leading a dedicated and talented team in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
Role Details
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide, mentor, and inspire our nursing team, which includes 7 experienced RVNs, Student Veterinary Nurses, and Animal Care Assistants. You’ll play a key role in developing the team, maintaining clinical standards, and helping to shape how we deliver care. You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue your own areas of clinical interest, with the full support of our leadership team.
* Up to 36 hours per week across 4 days
* 1 in 5 weekend mornings (8.30am–12.30pm)
* Time off in lieu for weekend work
* No out-of-hours or on-call – we are a Vets Now host practice
About The Practice
Rhyd Broughton is a busy, fast-paced Tier 2 RCVS-accredited and Nurse Training Practice. We’re proud to be a Vets Now host site, which means there’s no out-of-hours work, allowing our team to enjoy a great work-life balance. We’re well equipped with ultrasound, endoscope, bronchoscope, digital x-ray, ECG and a large in-house laboratory. Our team includes a Veterinary Surgeon with a certificate in Surgery, and we hold regular clinical discussions to encourage learning and collaboration.
We’re perfectly placed for those who love both adventure and relaxation – close to outdoor attractions such as Surf Snowdonia and Zip World, with easy access to climbing in Snowdonia and the stunning North Wales coast. We’re just a short distance from Chester, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and Liverpool One, with excellent transport links to Manchester, Liverpool and Holyhead, offering a balance between countryside living and convenience.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a confident, proactive and resourceful Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong communication skills and a passion for teamwork. You’ll be RCVS registered and ready to take the next step in your career, leading with empathy and enthusiasm.
What We Offer
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our practice. In addition to a competitive base salary of up to £32,086 DOE, you will benefit from:
Work Life Balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave
* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
* Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Private Medical Insurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
* Non-accidental injury support
Development
* £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
* Certificate Support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
* Research funding opportunities for all Vets and Nurses
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Additional
* Pawsome Benefits – rewards gateway offering discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
* Pension – 5% Employee / 3% Employer contribution
* Discounted staff pet care
Closing date for this role is Tuesday 14th October.
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