Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - East London

VetMatch; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 35.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

CPD allowance

Leadership training

Health support & discounts

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Electric car scheme

Staff pet care discount

CPD across all levels

Descripción de la vacante

VetMatch is seeking an experienced RVN to step into Head Nurse, leading a talented team and shaping a supportive, clinically excellent environment. You’ll mentor and motivate RVNs, students and VCAs to thrive and reach their potential, while maintaining high standards of patient care.

You’ll join a close-knit practice with vets interested in imaging, exotics, and surgery, offering a 50/50 cat and dog caseload and real scope to develop feline medicine and leadership skills.

Formación

• Confident, proactive RVN with solid clinical experience.
• Leads by example and supports team development.
• Strong client communication and care standards.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and motivate RVNs, students and VCAs to reach potential.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and welfare.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive and developing team culture.

Conocimientos

Leadership

RVN Registered

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Educación

RVN qualification

Descripción del empleo

Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your voice truly matters? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced RVN to take the reins as Head Nurse, guiding a talented team while shaping a positive, supportive, and clinically excellent environment. Here, you'll not only be a clinical leader but also a mentor and motivator — supporting RVNs, students, and VCAs to thrive and reach their potential. The practice is well-established, with a close-knit team that genuinely cares about each other and the pets they look after. You'll be joining a team that includes skilled vets with interests in imaging, exotics, and surgery, making this an ideal home for anyone who enjoys variety and collaboration. With a 50/50 cat and dog caseload, there's plenty of opportunity to explore feline medicine too.

What's on offer

• Salary £35,000-£42,000 DOE
• 4-day week (9-hour shifts) with fair rota (1:4 weekends)
• CPD allowance + continuous support for development
• Internal leadership training to help you shine in your role
• Rewards & wellbeing benefits, including health support and discounts
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Electric car scheme
• Generous staff pet care discount
• A team that invests in CPD across all levels

We are looking for a confident, proactive RVN with solid clinical experience who is passionate about leading by example, supporting others, and building team spirit. A nurse who values high standards of patient care and positive client communication.

This practice is proud to offer a modern, purpose-built space with excellent facilities, but it's the people who make it special. The team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to creating a calm, caring environment where colleagues feel valued and empowered.

If you're ready to combine leadership with hands-on nursing, while shaping the future of a passionate, skilled team, this could be your perfect next step.