Head Nurse

Vet Match Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent veterinary practice in Bristol is seeking a Head Nurse to lead a talented nursing team. You will champion gold-standard patient care, mentor and develop the team, and shape practice culture. A competitive salary of £33k-£40k is offered, along with a 4-day work week, generous CPD allowance, and various staff benefits. If you are ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

4-day week

Generous CPD allowance

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Staff discount scheme

Wellbeing support

Electric car scheme

Qualifications

• Strong clinical background with a passion for mentoring and team development.
• Confident and resilient, balanced with approachability and empathy.
• Ability to build a positive, collaborative workplace.

Responsibilities

• Guide a talented nursing team in a modern practice.
• Champion gold-standard patient care.
• Support the development of RVNs, students, and VCAs.

Skills

Clinical background

Mentoring and team development

Confidence and resilience

Approachability and empathy

Building a collaborative workplace

Job description

Are you an experienced RVN ready to take the next step in your career?
We're looking for a supportive, confident, and motivated Head Nurse to guide a talented nursing team in a modern, well-equipped Bristol practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead from the front—championing gold-standard patient care, supporting the development of RVNs, students and VCAs, and helping to shape the culture of a forward-thinking practice where everyone has a voice.

What we're looking for

• A strong clinical background with a passion for mentoring and team development
• Confidence and resilience, balanced with approachability and empathy
• Someone who thrives on building a positive, collaborative workplace where nurses feel valued

We know that to give your best, you need to feel your best. That's why this role comes with:

• A competitive salary from £33k-£40k DOE
• 4-day week with 39 hours and a fair 1:4 weekend rota
• Generous CPD allowance with leadership training opportunities
• 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay & income protection
• Staff discount scheme and wellbeing support (including health & lifestyle perks)
• Access to progressive initiatives like an electric car scheme and Boost discounts

You'll be joining a supportive, multi-disciplinary team with a wide range of special interests—many already working towards certificates. You'll have the space and encouragement to shape nursing standards, influence practice development, and continue your own growth as a clinical leader.
If you're ready to bring your skills, ideas and enthusiasm to a team that genuinely values its nurses, we'd love to hear from you.

A rare opportunity to join a proudly independent Bristol base practice as a valued Head Nurse.