Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse at a well-equipped small animal and exotic veterinary practice. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care while enjoying a supportive and friendly work environment. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload, with excellent opportunities for professional development through CPD support. The practice prides itself on its family-like culture and commitment to employee wellbeing, making it an ideal place for those passionate about animal care. Embrace a rewarding career in veterinary nursing where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

Discounted staff pet care

£550 CPD allowance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Pawsome Benefits - discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse with a focus on small animals and exotics.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and further training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care for small animals and exotics in a supportive team.
• Manage a diverse caseload and participate in weekend rota.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Exotic Animal Care

CPD (Continuing Professional Development)

Education

Veterinary Nursing Qualification

Tools

Radiography

Ultrasonography

Clinical Pathology

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to progress into a Head Nurse position at Trinity Vets, a well-equipped first and second opinion small animal and exotic veterinary practice in Maidstone, Kent. We are also open to considering applicants for an RVN position, with the potential to advance into a Head Nurse role. Our fantastic team is happy to discuss both options to find the best fit.

Your future begins here

The successful candidate will work alongside our friendly and dedicated team of qualified vets, nurses, and animal care assistants to provide exceptional care for our clients and patients. While the role will primarily involve treating small animals, there will also be opportunities to work with exotics.

Our nurses manage a diverse and exciting caseload of small animals and exotics, with plenty of opportunities to expand and develop their skills through excellent CPD support. Our motto is: If it fits through the door, we’ll see it!

Fix or flex – find your perfect balance

This is typically a full-time role, working 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, with participation in a weekend rota and no out-of-hours shifts. However, we also welcome part-time applications and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.

What do we offer you?

Established over 10 years ago, Trinity Vet Centre is highly regarded for its expertise in exotic medicine. Opportunities to join our friendly team are rare, so if you're interested in a rewarding role with a well-established practice, apply now! We handle a varied small animal and exotics caseload and work within a recently refurbished facility. Our practice is equipped with four consulting rooms, an exotic ward, small animal cages, a surgical theatre, a prep room, radiography and ultrasonography, as well as in-house clinical pathology and dental facilities.

We pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, friendly atmosphere with great transport links, making it easy to explore both local and far-away adventures.

At Trinity, we've worked hard to foster a family-like culture and a positive working environment. Our team includes several full and part-time Registered Veterinary Nurses, many with additional training in exotic species, a student nurse, and experienced reception staff. Together, we make an outstanding team. We actively encourage and support further training, including certificates and areas of interest, to help our team continue to grow professionally.

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Trinity Vet Centre, Maidstone

Unit 6 Hermitage Walk, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, ME16 9NZ, United Kingdom

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Lovell Varcoe from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.