Head Veterinary nurse vacancy: South London

Bright Leaf Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in South London is seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to lead a dedicated nursing team. This role offers a chance to utilize your clinical expertise and leadership skills in a supportive environment. You will guide talented nurses and ensure high clinical standards while promoting professional development. Join a vibrant team committed to top-quality patient care and continuous professional growth.

Benefits

Reward and recognition scheme

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Income protection

Electric car scheme

Employee perks and retail discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Generous CPD allowance

20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Surgery staff discounts

Internal leadership development programme

Qualifications

• Clinically experienced in a first-opinion setting.
• Natural leader who motivates and engages.
• Proactive and organized.

Responsibilities

• Guide and motivate nurses and VCAs for outstanding care.
• Maintain high clinical standards and promote development.
• Shape practice future through leadership and innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Organizational Skills

Job description

Step Into Leadership with this role: Head Veterinary Nurse (RVN) South London

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead an exceptional nursing team? My client is looking for an inspiring Head Nurse to join their South London practice—a fantastic opportunity to bring your clinical experience, passion for patient care, and leadership skills to a supportive, progressive team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Guide and motivate talented nurses, students, and VCAs to deliver outstanding clinical care and client service.
2. Work closely with the team to maintain high clinical standards and promote professional development.
3. Shape the future of the practice through leadership and innovation.

Candidate Profile

• Clinically experienced and confident in a first-opinion setting.
• A natural leader—motivating, engaging, and approachable.
• Passionate about mentoring and developing others.
• Proactive, organized, and impactful.

Details

Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 4 days per week (9-hour shifts), 1 in 4 weekends, plus participation in the duty night rota

Average 40-hour working week

Benefits

• Reward and recognition scheme
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Income protection
• Electric car scheme
• Employee perks and retail discounts
• Health & wellbeing support
• Generous CPD allowance
• 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Surgery staff discounts
• Internal leadership development programme

Practice Environment

Join a vibrant, dedicated team in a purpose-built, modern practice with excellent facilities. The 6-vet team offers a wide range of expertise and is passionate about providing top-quality care, day and night.

They support continuous professional development, with team members pursuing advanced certificates in Emergency & Critical Care and Small Animal Surgery. You will lead a friendly, experienced nursing team that values teamwork, mutual support, and clinical excellence.

Additional Information

Behind the scenes, a dedicated reception team ensures smooth operations and excellent client experiences from arrival to departure.

Application

If you're seeking a leadership role where you can make a difference, support others, and grow professionally, apply now. Contact [e-mail] or call 01422 433900 for more information.

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