Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) 6m FTC – Ashton-under-Lyne

GLG Vets; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive small-animal veterinary practice in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves delivering gold-standard inpatient care, supporting student nurses, and contributing to a positive team culture. Candidates must be RCVS registered or eligible, with experience in inpatient care and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, generous CPD allowance, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular reviews

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS/VDS paid

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Must be a RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse or eligible for registration.
• Experience with inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring is essential.
• Strong communication skills and client interaction focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver gold-standard inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring.
• Run nurse clinics (e.g. weight, post-op, vaccinations support).
• Assist in theatre, lab work, imaging and schedule 3 procedures.
• Help refine protocols and champion clinical governance.
• Support student nurses and contribute to a positive team culture.

Skills

Inpatient care

Anaesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse or eligible for registration

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) 6m FTC – Ashton-under-Lyne

Join a progressive small‑animal practice in Ashton-under-Lyne as an Registered Veterinary Nurse. You'll be part of a supportive, close‑knit team that values high clinical standards and great client care.

What you’ll be doing

• Deliver gold‑standard inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring
• Run nurse clinics (e.g. weight, post‑op, vaccinations support, second vacs)
• Assist in theatre, lab work, imaging and occasional schedule 3 procedures
• Help refine protocols and champion clinical governance
• Support student nurses and contribute to a positive team culture

What you’ll bring

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (or eligible for registration)
• Confident with inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring
• Great communicator who enjoys client interaction
• Proactive, organised, and collaborative mindset

Why this practice

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Generous CPD allowance; certificates supported
• RCVS/VDS (and relevant memberships) paid
• Pension scheme and enhanced annual leave
• Family‑friendly policies and employee support programme

Contract: Permanent. Location: Ashton 24 Hour.

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