Head Veterinary Nurse

purovets; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected veterinary practice in Doncaster is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a dedicated team within a modern facility. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, rewarding scheme, and opportunities for professional development, making it ideal for a passionate veterinary professional.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Income protection

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Employee benefits scheme with discounts

Electric car scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Generous staff discounts on veterinary services

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary nursing role.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of RVNs, student nurses, and VCAs.
• Encourage clinical progression and maintain care standards.
• Shape the practice's success and innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Excellence

Team Development

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Head Veterinary Nurse – Doncaster
Salary: From £33,000 – £40,000 DOE

Why This Role is Worth a Closer Look:
• Lead a dedicated nursing team in a large, modern, purpose-built practice with cutting-edge facilities
• Enjoy a supportive culture with access to internal leadership development and funded CPD within the independent group
• Flexible rota: 4-day working week with only 1 in 4 weekends
• Excellent package including a market leading salary and reward scheme

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Head Veterinary Nurse to step into a leadership role at a forward-thinking, well-respected veterinary practice in Doncaster. With a strong focus on team development, clinical excellence, and patient wellbeing, this is the perfect role for a nurse looking to inspire and grow with a passionate team.

About the Role:
You'll lead and support a skilled team of RVNs, student nurses, and VCAs, encouraging clinical progression and maintaining high standards of care across the board. As part of the senior team, you'll be integral in shaping the practice’s continued success and innovation.
This is a full-time position working 4 days a week (8–9 hour shifts), including 1 in 4 weekends.

What’s on Offer:
• Competitive salary starting from £33,000 up to £40,000 (depending on experience)
• Reward Scheme
• Structured leadership training and ongoing CPD allowance
• 5 weeks annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Employee benefits scheme with retail discounts and rewards
• Electric car scheme
• Health & wellbeing support via Help at Hand
• Generous staff discounts on veterinary services

Why Doncaster?
The practice is a large, purpose-built, and fully equipped site that supports a wide range of services. With advanced facilities, including modern surgical suites and a strong focus on team learning, you'll be joining a setting that supports clinical development at all levels. The team is collaborative and friendly, with several members pursuing certificates in areas such as surgery, internal medicine, and imaging.

This role offers not just a job, but the chance to be part of a practice where innovation, compassion, and development are at the heart of everything they do.

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

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Ref: Job 54240