Deputy Head Nurse

Avon Lodge Veterinary Group Salisbury; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon Lodge Veterinary Group is seeking a Deputy Head Nurse for their well-equipped practice in Salisbury. The role encompasses clinical and administrative responsibilities, team management, and promoting high-quality care. Benefits include competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Increasing holiday allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience as a Veterinary Nurse.
• Proficient in clinical and administrative duties.
• Experience in managing teams and supervising students.

Responsibilities

• Deputise in the absence of the Head RVN.
• Manage all aspects of the nursing team.
• Ensure high standards of patient and client care.

Skills

Clinical Work

Team Management

Client Care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a Deputy Head Nurse to join our friendly team nursing team consisting of 7 members of staff in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

The ideal candidate would be an existing Deputy Head Nurse or an experienced RVN with at least 3 or more years experience.

This role will include clinical and administrative work, deputising in the absence of our Head RVN, managing all aspects of the nursing team, ensuring high standards of patient and client care, advocating excellent teamwork, ensuring the smooth running of our hospital, nurse consults, supporting the Head Nurse with Health & Safety and the Practice Standards Scheme, clinical coaching of SVNs, ensuring efficient running of our in-house laboratory.

Why join us?

We are a well-established small animal practice with three branches in Salisbury, Amesbury, and Wilton, offering a friendly and welcoming environment. Our dedicated team consists of 7 vets and 10 reception staff, working collaboratively across all locations.

We pride ourselves on being a well-equipped practice, with access to advanced technology such as ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, and Idexx laboratory machines. By joining us, you’ll be part of a supportive team in a practice that values both professional development and high-quality care for our patients.

If you're looking for a rewarding role in a thriving, well-equipped practice, we'd love to have you on board!

Working hours

The position is 40 hours per week working a variation of shift patterns Monday to Friday, you will also be required to work on a Saturday morning, 8am - 1pm on a rota basis, approximately 1 in 4.

Because our employee’s 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, 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

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Additional

*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

*Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

*Discounted staff pet care

Up to £32, 240 pa DOE