Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (Maternity Cover)

VC Evidensia UK; Burnley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Registered Veterinary Nurse for a maternity cover role. This dynamic position offers the chance to lead a dedicated nursing team and ensure the highest standard of patient care in a thriving veterinary practice. You will play a key role in mentoring junior nurses, improving clinical practices, and collaborating closely with the veterinary team. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development, this role provides a supportive environment where your contributions will have a meaningful impact. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and take the next step in your career.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

CPD allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Discounted staff pet care

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Nurse with 2+ years of experience.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursing team, ensuring high standards of care.
• Oversee patient care and clinical procedures.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Practice

Mentoring

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse Qualification

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (Maternity Cover)

Are you an experienced and passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for your next challenge? We're looking for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team and take on a leadership role in our thriving veterinary practice on a fixed-term basis.

As our Head Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key role in leading and supporting our nursing team, ensuring the highest standard of care for our patients. You’ll have the opportunity to influence the development and improvement of clinical practices, mentor junior nurses, and work closely with the veterinary team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the nursing team, providing guidance and support.
• Oversee patient care, ensuring best practice in all aspects of nursing care.
• Assist in the management of clinical and operational procedures, including stock control and clinical protocols.
• Perform a wide range of nursing duties, including surgeries, consultations, and inpatient care.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and supportive environment within the team.
• Work closely with the Practice Manager and veterinary team to improve operational efficiency and patient care.

Our Dedicated Team

We are an accredited RCVS small animal veterinary hospital based in Burnley, with a dedicated Exotics Department. Our team of veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and trained staff care for our patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year with a team member on site at all times. Our practice is well equipped to deal with most problems encountered in pets and our services include diagnostic, surgical, medical, dental, x-ray, laboratory and preventative services.

The Skills You Will Bring to Our Team

We are looking for a qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring and developing a team. You should have excellent communication abilities and be able to work well under pressure. A keen interest in clinical practice and a commitment to delivering the highest standards of care is essential. Previous experience in a supervisory or senior nursing role is highly desirable.

Working Hours

40 hours per week on a rota basis, some weekend working required. This is a maternity cover role which will be fixed-term for 9-12 months.

Because our employee’s matter

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, inclusive of bank holidays
• 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 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

Oakmount Veterinary Centre, Burnley

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

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