Head Veterinary Nurse (HVN) (Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN))

Tempus Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in London is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a dedicated team in a supportive environment. This full-time role offers an excellent work-life balance with no out-of-hours requirements. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high clinical standards and mentoring staff, making it a great opportunity for an experienced RVN looking for a leadership position.

Benefits

Preventative Healthcare

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

25 days + bank holidays off

£750 CPD allowance + 2 days paid

Colleague Discounts

Sabbaticals and career breaks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in patient care and surgical support.
• Confident in nurse consultations and mentoring.
• Commitment to promoting a progressive clinical culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team and uphold clinical standards.
• Oversee nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures.
• Coordinate daily duties and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Surgical Support

Education

RCVS Registration

Job description

Head Veterinary Nurse (HVN) (Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN))

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Job Description

Our Client is a corporately owned practice seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead their team within a warm and welcoming environment.

The Package

• Preventative Healthcare
• Life Assurance
• Access to EAP 24/7
• Sick leave support
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days + bank holidays off
• Extra paid day off
• Colleague Discounts
• Sabbaticals and career breaks
• Awards for long service
• Access to financial support
• Access to learning and development
• £750 CPD allowance + 2 days paid
• Paid memberships
• Experience with their charity partners
  
  

Job Description

Our Client is a corporately owned practice seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead their team within a warm and welcoming environment.

This is a full-time permanent position offering a fantastic opportunity for an experienced RVN looking to step into a leadership role, or for a current Head Nurse seeking a new and rewarding challenge. The role follows a standard rota pattern with no out-of-hours requirements and excellent work-life balance.

The practice is home to a well-established and collaborative team comprising a Lead Vet, experienced support staff, and dedicated PCAs. The team works closely together to deliver a high standard of clinical care and client service.

As Head Nurse, the successful candidate will take ownership of leading the nursing team, setting and upholding clinical standards, overseeing nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. The role includes coordinating daily duties, supporting the wider clinical team, and mentoring junior staff to encourage continuous development and clinical growth.

The ideal candidate will be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse with proven experience in patient care, surgical support, and leadership. They should be confident in nurse consults and mentoring others, with a commitment to promoting a progressive clinical culture.

The practice benefits from modern facilities and access to additional services through its wider hospital network.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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