Head Veterinary Nurse

Fair City Veterinary Group; Crieff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Fair City Veterinary Group seeks a Head Veterinary Nurse to provide senior clinical leadership for the nursing team across Crieff, Fair City Perth and Auchterarder. You will set nursing standards, drive governance, and develop a capable team while supporting practice growth and culture.

You will lead nursing rotas, ensure high standards of care, and work closely with veterinary surgeons and leadership to deliver exceptional client service and clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Proven leadership experience within a clinical nursing team.
• Strong governance, quality improvement and patient care focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support nursing teams across multiple practice sites.
• Maintain high clinical and patient care standards in all branches.
• Oversee nurse rotas, staffing levels and day‑to‑day workflow.
• Drive consistent nursing procedures and client care across sites.
• Encourage nurse-led clinics and services and support growth.
• Collaborate with vets and leadership to support wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Communication

Team development

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking a knowledgeable, confident Head Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Fair City Vets on a full-time basis.

Our three well-established sites in Crieff, Perth (Fair City) and Auchterarder each have strong links within their local communities and offer their own unique character and strengths. From the friendly, close-knit atmosphere in Crieff, to the spacious modern facilities at Fair City, and the newly renovated Auchterarder branch with exciting opportunities for future growth, each location provides a varied and rewarding working environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role where you can make a real impact on clinical standards, team development and the ongoing growth and direction of the practice.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Head Veterinary Nurse, you will provide senior clinical and professional leadership for the nursing team, overseeing all nursing aspects of the practice and supporting the delivery of high-quality patient and client care.

You’ll be responsible for setting and maintaining nursing standards, leading clinical governance and quality improvement activity, and developing a capable, confident nursing team. Working closely with the wider practice leadership team, you'll play a key role in shaping culture, performance and ways of working.

General Responsibilities Include:

• Lead and support nursing teams across multiple practice sites
• Maintain high clinical and patient care standards across all branches
• Oversee nurse rotas, staffing levels and day-to-day workflow
• Drive consistency in nursing procedures and client care across sites
• Encourage the development of nurse-led clinics and services
• Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and leadership teams to support practice growth and team wellbeing

Working Pattern

• Full-time position
• 40 hours per week across 4 days
• Shifts between 8:00am and 7:00pm
• 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota
• Time off in lieu provided

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

You are an experienced and confident Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong leadership capability and a passion for clinical excellence. You'll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced medical and surgical nursing skills
• Proven experience of leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and professional standards
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A senior leadership role with accountability for nursing standards and team development
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into wider practice leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development to support leadership, governance and strategic growth
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.8 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Up to £38,500 per annum