Head Veterinary Nurse

Nurse Seekers Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse for new premium clinics across London. In this full-time role, you will manage a talented team, delivering exceptional standards of veterinary care. The position offers 5.6 weeks of holiday, a £1,000 CPD allowance, and benefits including medical insurance after probation.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday

£1,000 CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Private medical insurance post-probation

Staff pet discounts

Qualifications

• Must have held a Head Veterinary Nurse position previously.
• Motivated to deliver exceptional care and client experience.
• Ability to inspire and command respect from the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a talented clinical team in a modern veterinary clinic.
• Manage all aspects of the clinic on a day-to-day basis.
• Support and mentor student and junior nurses.

Skills

Leadership and mentoring skills

Strong anaesthesia and surgical expertise

Experience managing clinic operations

Job description

Head Veterinary Nurse – Premium Clinics, London

Are you an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse looking for your next challenge? Our client is opening premium, state-of-the-art veterinary clinics across London and is seeking a confident, ambitious HVN to lead a talented clinical team.

What You’ll Bring

• Must have been HVN previously
• Strong anaesthesia and surgical expertise
• Experience managing all aspects of a clinic day-to-day
• Leadership and mentoring skills to support student and junior nurses
• The ability to inspire, support, and command respect from your team

Who You Are

You’ll be motivated to deliver exceptional standards of care, provide a premium client experience, and bring an entrepreneurial mindset to help shape a modern approach to veterinary practice.

The Clinics & Team

• Digital X-ray, advanced anaesthesia, endoscopy/laparoscopy, dental suite, ultrasound & more
• In-house lab facilities with 70+ tests available
• Highly selective recruitment – each clinic has 3 vets and 3 nurses, creating a supportive, high-performing team

Hours & Benefits

• Full-time, permanent (5 x 8-hour shifts, 1 in 3 weekends)
• 5.6 weeks holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• £1,000 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid leave
• RCVS & professional indemnity fees covered
• Staff pet discounts
• On completion of probation: private medical insurance, life assurance, critical illness cover

Apply today and lead one of London’s most exciting new veterinary teams.