Head Registered Veterinary Nurse

CVS Group UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,300 - 40,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid

Generous CPD allowance

Excellent Nursing Career Pathway

Up to 33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Staff pet care discounts

Bonus scheme based on performance

Job summary

CVS Group UK is looking for a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to lead the nursing team at their Caterham facility. The role involves managing a dedicated team, ensuring top-level animal care, and working across multiple sites. This permanent, 40-hour position includes competitive salary of up to £37,000 depending on experience, along with a range of benefits including funded training, generous holidays, and staff discounts on pet services.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital nursing experience essential.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional animal care.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage the nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team and manage training.
• Ensure high standards of animal care.
• Coordinate activities across multiple sites.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Previous hospital nursing experience

Exceptional animal care delivery

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse

Here at the Village Animal Hospital we are looking to welcome a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to lead our nursing team! Your new role will be based at our spacious, well equipped hospital in Caterham. We hold ISFM gold status and are an accredited RCVS hospital and training practice.

We are located in the lovely town of Caterham in Surrey, England. With a team of dedicated professionals and a state‑of‑the‑art facility, we believe in providing comprehensive care to all the animals we see, regardless of their size or species. Our team is experienced in treating a wide range of animals, including birds, cats, dogs, poultry and small mammals.

Position Details

This is a permanent position working 40 hours a week across various shift patterns with 1 in 6 weekends, with TOIL given the following week. The position will mainly be based at Caterham, however you will be required to work across all 3 of our sites.

Responsibilities

As our Head Nurse you will lead from the front and be closely involved in the management and training of our friendly and enthusiastic nurse team. Previous hospital nursing experience is key. You will have a proven track record in the delivery of exceptional animal care.

Qualifications

Previous hospital nursing experience, proven track record of delivering exceptional animal care, and leadership abilities.

Salary

Salary up to £37,000 DOE FTE.

Benefits

• RCVS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
• Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
• Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications
• A bonus scheme that recognises strong results, based on both practice performance and individual contribution

Contact

For further details or an informal chat, please contact Emily in the recruitment team at [e-mail].