Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Slough

GLG Vets; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive veterinary practice in Slough is seeking a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to deliver high-quality inpatient care and manage anaesthesia monitoring. This role includes running nurse clinics, assisting in theatre and lab work, and supporting student nurses. The ideal candidate will be RCVS registered and possess excellent client communication skills. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, generous CPD allowance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular reviews

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS/VDS memberships paid

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Must be a registered or eligible RCVS Veterinary Nurse.
• Confident in providing inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring.
• Run nurse clinics including weight and vaccination support.
• Assist in theatre and lab work, and support protocols.

Skills

Inpatient care

Anaesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Slough

Join a progressive small‑animal practice in Slough 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: Langley.

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