Head RVN: Lead Veterinary Nurse with Flexible Hours

purovets; Slough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

CPD allowance

RCVS registration covered

Staff discounts

Pension

Free Parking

Job summary

Purovets in Slough is seeking an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a skilled nursing team in a busy independent practice. You will shape clinical standards and drive improvements, while supporting staff development and patient care.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, recruitment support and practical HR tasks, with a collaborative culture and strong CPD opportunities. This position offers a stable, no-weekend, no-OOH schedule.

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse with solid clinical experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Interest in developing people and improving standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and developing clinical standards, protocols and governance.
• Leading, supporting and developing the nursing team.
• Mentoring colleagues and supporting student nurses.
• Helping with recruitment, induction, performance management and HR administration.
• Improving day-to-day processes and helping the practice run smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

People management

Education

RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Purovets in Slough is seeking an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a skilled nursing team in a busy independent practice. You will shape clinical standards and drive improvements, while supporting staff development and patient care.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, recruitment support and practical HR tasks, with a collaborative culture and strong CPD opportunities. This position offers a stable, no-weekend, no-OOH schedule.