Head Veterinary Nurse

British Veterinary Association; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Sudbury is seeking a dedicated Head Veterinary Nurse to lead the nursing team and ensure high-quality patient care. In this full-time position, you'll mentor junior nurses and work closely with the veterinary team. The role offers competitive benefits, including generous annual leave, professional development allowances, and a supportive work environment. This opportunity is perfect for those passionate about veterinary nursing and team leadership.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary nursing and leadership.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the nursing team.
• Ensure high standard of care for patients.
• Work closely with the veterinary team.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Mentoring

Job description

Step into a leadership role

Mulberry Vets in Sudbury have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and confident Head Veterinary Nurse to join our well-established practice on a permanent 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.

Be part of what we do

Situated on the Essex/Suffolk border with good transport links to London & Cambridge, Mulberry Vets is a 2-branch practice offering a warm friendly environment surrounded by the gorgeous Suffolk landscape. We have a friendly and supportive team of a mixture of full and part-time Vets, locum use, 4 RVNs, 2 SVN and 3 VCA who believe patient and client care should be paramount in all we do. We often sponsor and attend local events including fetes and schools to promote our team. We have a wonderful practice with great facilities and equipment.

Working pattern

This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days, including one in every 5 Saturday mornings until 1PM.

Because our people 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
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 5 days paid 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
• All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well.
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you.
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.

Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice.