Head Nurse in Mitcham – £33-£40k p/a – Modern Veterinary Practice

MedMatch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Greater London is seeking a motivated and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to lead a nursing team. The role involves mentoring, driving clinical excellence, and ensuring high patient care standards in a supportive environment. Join a talented team and enjoy a culture that values innovation and professional growth.

Benefits

Generous CPD allowance

Tailored leadership training

Health & Wellbeing Support

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Electric car scheme

Discounted veterinary care

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring RVNs and student nurses.
• Ability to oversee nursing protocols and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop RVNs, student nurses, and VCAs.
• Oversee nursing protocols and clinic efficiency.
• Work alongside advanced practitioners in surgery.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Clinical Excellence

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

We’re seeking amotivated and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)to lead a nursing team in adynamic, purpose built practice. If you’re a natural leader who thrives on mentoring others, driving clinical excellence, and fostering a supportive team environment, this is the role for you. AsHead Nurse, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping nursing standards, supporting professional development, and ensuring the highest level of patient care. You’ll work alongside atalented 6 vet team, includingcertificate holders in ECC and Surgery, in a practice that valuesinnovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Key responsibilities:

• Mentor and develop RVNs, student nurses, and VCAs, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
• Oversee nursing protocols, ensuring best practices in patient care and clinic efficiency.
• Work alongside advanced practitioners in surgery and emergency care, contributing to complex cases.
• Promote a positive, supportive work environment where every team member feels valued.

Key Benefits:

• £33,000-£40,000 DOE
• Full time, 40 hrs/week (4 days plus 1 in 4 weekends)
• GenerousCPD allowance
• Tailoredleadership trainingto help you excel.
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay,
• Electric car scheme
• Discounted veterinary carefor your pets.
• Work life balance,20 days holiday bank holidays
• Flexible shift patterns to support your lifestyle

Practice Culture:

More than a clinic this is a close knit teamthat values compassion, innovation, and professional growth. The modern practice features advanced diagnostic tools, fostering an environment where clinical excellence meets thoughtful support. With a deliberate focus on work life balance, this practice has cultivated a low stress, high support culture where veterinary nurses thrive and feel valued.

Apply today!

If you’re anexperienced RVNwith a passion for leadership and a commitment to outstanding patient care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via this site or for more details, please contactAmiraon077 42071867or send [e-mail]