Head Veterinary Nurse

CVS Veterinary Group; North Shields; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS fees paid in full

CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Up to 33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Staff pet care discounts

Job summary

CVS Veterinary Group's Ayres Veterinary Centre in North Shields is seeking a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to lead our clinical team. You will oversee a team of 16, including nine nurses, SVNs and PCAs, guiding development and upholding high standards of patient care.

This 40-hour rota offers leadership opportunities within a supportive CVS network, with ongoing training, a modern hospital, and a clear pathway to senior roles.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified RVN with leadership experience.
• Experience supervising a team of nurses, SVNs and PCAs.
• Commitment to clinical standards and patient care.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 16 including nurses, SVNs and PCAs.
• Ensure delivery of high clinical standards and patient care.
• Collaborate with CVS network to share best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Clinical standards

Patient care

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Tools

Vet Oracle

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse, Ayres Veterinary Centre, North Shields Hospital, Newcastle.

We're thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated team at Ayres Veterinary Centre in North Shields. In this key leadership role, you will manage and support a team of 16 including nine nurses, SVN's and PCA's, helping them to develop while ensuring the delivery of excellent clinical standards and patient care.

Rota: 40 hours a week. If you are seeking a different pattern please get in touch.

At CVS, we put our colleagues first, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges, you'll always have the resources and teams alongside you. We'll be your biggest supporter it's in our nature.

With market leading learning, on the job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues, you'll have the tools to grow whether you're building confidence early in your career or looking to deepen your expertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals

Life at Ayres Veterinary Centre

State-of-the-art facilities: Our purpose-built hospital opened in July 2024 and includes advanced imaging such as CT, plus 24-hour patient care with overnight vet and nurse provision.

Variety and growth: Enjoy a busy, varied caseload and access to expert advice through Vet Oracle. We're committed to developing your clinical and non-clinical skills, including self-leadership, teamwork, wellbeing and resilience.

Community and Support: Be part of the CVS Group, which provides a strong network and career development opportunities.

About you

We're looking for a dedicated Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our Ayres team. No two days will be the same, you will:

• Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners every day.
• Support the outcome of patients care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
• Ensure Quality is maintained by keeping our practice in excellent condition- ensuring quality of care and the best possible outcomes for every patient
• Learn, develop and grow with us, taking advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities offered by CVS and our practice.
• Contribute to creating a positive environment, fostering a friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture.
• Communicate with confidence, use your exceptional communication skills both written and verbal, to build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and the pets they love.

The benefits

At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join us, you'll get:

• RCVS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities
• Excellent Nursing Career Pathway
• Pension scheme
• Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell)
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts - 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications

Join us at CVS

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up. Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health. Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice. We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund. Ayres is based in North Shields, commutable from Newcastle, South Shields, Whitley Bay, Seaton Sluice, Cramlington, Longbenton, Ponteland, Hebburn, Wallsend, East Boldon, Birtley, Whickham, Blaydon, Washington, Sunderland, Stanley, Chester le Street, Ryton, Wylam, Blyth, Bedlington, Ashington, Woodhorn, Morpeth, Pegswood, Tynemouth and other locations in the Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and County Durham areas. If you are living further afield, London, Birmingham, Liverpool, Leeds etc...why not ask us about our relocation support?