Head Veterinary Nurse - Cornwall

purovets; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in a vibrant seaside town seeks a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse. The role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while ensuring excellent patient care, with competitive salary benefits, flexible hours, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance in a stunning coastal environment.

Benefits

6 weeks paid holiday

Health care contributions

£600 CPD Allowance

RCVS fees paid plus one other membership subscription

Discounted veterinary fees

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a nursing team and championing high standards of care.
• Ability to organize nurse schedules and manage workflows efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the nursing team on a daily basis.
• Maintain high standards of patient and client care.
• Organize the nurse rota and manage workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse – Cornwall

• Lead a passionate, close-knit nursing team in a well-established, RCVS- and ISFM accredited practice
• Enjoy a true work-life balance with no out-of-hours and flexible full-time hours
• Make a real impact on clinical standards, team development, and patient care
• Live and work by the sea in a stunning Cornish town, just moments from the beach
• Superb salary up to £33,000

The Package:
• Excellent salary of between £31,000 and £33,000
• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
• Health care contributions for health and wellbeing treatments from dentistry to sports massages.
• £600 CPD Allowance
• RCVS fees paid plus one other membership subscription
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Practice
Located in a vibrant seaside town, this dedicated small animal practice is proud of its strong community ties and loyal client base. With accreditation from the ISFM and plastic-free status, they are as committed to the environment as they are to excellent patient care.

You’ll be joining a close-knit, friendly team of 3 Vets, 3 RVNs, 1 SVN, and 2 Receptionists. The practice is well-equipped with on-site diagnostics and a laboratory, offering 15-minute consultations and no out-of-hours, ensuring a great work-life balance.

The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced RVN to step into a leadership position. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Leading and supporting the nursing team on a day-to-day basis
• Maintaining and championing high standards of patient and client care
• Organising the nurse rota and managing workflow efficiently
• Overseeing and processing insurance claims
• Collaborating with the wider team to drive continuous improvement

Hours
This is a full-time position (40 hours/week), but flexibility is available for the right candidate.

Why Join?
• A welcoming, supportive, and fun team who enjoy social events – even sea swims!
• A forward-thinking and environmentally conscious practice
• Excellent work-life balance – no OOH and a stunning coastal location
• Opportunity to shape and lead a passionate nursing team

If this sounds like your ideal next step, I would love to have an informal chat and tell you more.

To apply please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-54226