Head Nurse

purovets; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 35.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

6.6 weeks paid annual leave

CPD allowance

No out-of-hours shifts

33% staff discount on veterinary care

RCVS registration renewal fees paid

Company pension contributions

TOIL for weekend work

Sunday and bank holiday pay at 1.5x

Descripción de la vacante

purovets in London is seeking a confident RVN to step into a Head Nurse role, combining clinical leadership with department oversight. You will champion high nursing standards while guiding a supportive team in a busy independent practice.

With approximately 70% clinical leadership and 30% admin duties, you will manage standards, staff development and day-to-day operations. A rewarding opportunity for hands-on leaders seeking progression.

Formación

• Must be a qualified RVN with RCVS registration.
• Proven leadership experience in a veterinary setting.
• Willing to lead while remaining actively clinical.

Responsabilidades

• Lead nursing standards and drive team development.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the nursing department.
• Balance clinical work with administrative responsibilities.

Conocimientos

Leadership

RVN Qualification

Hospital experience

Hands-on clinical work

Educación

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Descripción del empleo

Head Nurse | Camden

Salary - £35,000 - £45,000 DOE | Full Time | No OOH

The Opportunity

A well established, independent veterinary practice in North London is looking for a confident RVN to step into a Head Nurse position. As an independent practice they combine the personal touch of a local practice with the facilities, equipment and clinical variety of a much larger hospital.

The guiding principles of quality, integrity, and compassion form the other cornerstones of their ethos – they want a Head Nurse who champions this is their work to inspire others.

With approximately 70% clinical leadership and 30% administrative responsibilities, you'll remain closely involved in patient care while taking ownership of nursing standards, team development and the day-to-day running of the nursing department.

The purpose-built practice includes:

• Three operating theatres and a dedicated dentistry suite


• CT scanner, digital X-ray and in-house laboratory


• Separate dog and cat wards


• Dedicated infectious disease ward


• Hydrotherapy and physiotherapy facilities


• Three consultation rooms


• A varied caseload combining first-opinion and advanced veterinary care

What’s On Offer?

• £35,000–£45,000 salary, depending on experience


• 6.6 weeks paid annual leave, including bank holidays


• £750 annual CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days


• No out-of-hours shifts in this role


• 33% staff discount on veterinary care for your pets


• RCVS registration renewal fees paid


• Company pension contributions


• Time off in lieu (TOIL) for weekend working


• Sundays and bank holidays paid at 1.5x your base rate, plus TOIL


• Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression

Rota

• 40 hours over 4 days per week


• 1 in 4 full weekend with time off in lieu


• No OOH required!

What Are We Looking For?

• A confident RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse with a grounding in leadership


• Hospital experience beneficial


• Someone who enjoys a busy, progressive practice as well as being a part of an independent team who support each other


• Someone keen to lead and make a difference while staying hands-on clinically

You don’t need to have been a Head Nurse previously, if you’re senior RVN ready to step up and grow into the role, this could be perfect!

This practice thrives on evolving and you could be a part of that! If you're looking for somewhere you can lead, be heard, develop your career and still do the clinical work you love, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Sounds Like You?