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

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

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Mitcham is seeking a motivated and experienced Head Nurse to lead a talented team. The successful candidate will mentor nursing staff, uphold high patient care standards, and thrive in a supportive and innovative environment. Exciting opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to work-life balance await.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Electric car scheme

Discounted veterinary care for pets

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Experienced RVN with a passion for leadership.
• Strong mentoring skills and dedication to patient care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a veterinary team.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop RVNs and student nurses.
• Oversee nursing protocols and ensure best practices.
• Promote a supportive work environment for team members.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Clinical Excellence

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

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

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

We’re seeking a motivated and experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to lead a nursing team in a dynamic, 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. As Head 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 a talented 6 vet team, including certificate holders in ECC and Surgery, in a practice that values innovation, 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.
• Tailored leadership training to help you excel.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay,
• Electric car scheme
• Discounted veterinary care for 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 team that 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 an experienced RVN with 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 contact Amira on 077 42071867 or send your CV to [emailprotected]