Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse

Linnaeus; Swindon; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks holiday

CPD programme

Career progression

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to work

Job summary

Eastcott, part of Linnaeus in Swindon, is seeking an experienced RVN to step into a Lead RVN role at our Tier 3 multidisciplinary hospital. You will lead a team of four RVNs and one technician, guiding daily clinical nursing and supporting the dentistry service while upholding high patient care standards.

You will work closely with clinicians, Team Leaders and HoNS, contribute to service development, participate in leadership meetings, and help shape a growing department with regular CPD and

Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Leadership experience or the ambition to step into a leadership role.
• Confidence with anaesthesia.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach.
• A passion for patient care and team development.
• An interest in dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of four RVNs and one technician.
• Coordinate daily workflow and maintain efficient patient flow.
• Promote excellent patient care and clinical standards.
• Support and mentor colleagues, identifying development opportunities.
• Work closely with clinicians, Team Leaders and HoNS.
• Represent the department at leadership meetings and contribute to service improvement projects.
• Support the continued growth and development of the dentistry service.

Skills

Leadership

Anaesthesia

Communication

Organisational skills

Team development

Dentistry interest

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Job description

Location: Swindon
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (5 x 8-hour shifts)
Weekend rota: 1:8 weekends with days off the following week

Are you an experienced RVN looking to take the next step in your leadership career?

We are seeking a confident and proactive Lead RVN to support and develop a dedicated nursing team while driving high clinical standards within our referral hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a team, influence service development, and play a key role in shaping a growing department.

Dentistry is a key part of this role, making it ideal for someone with an existing interest in dentistry or an RVN looking to develop specialist skills within this area.

You will lead a team of four RVNs and one technician, providing day-to-day guidance while remaining actively involved in clinical nursing.

The Role

You will:

• Lead and support a team of four RVNs and one technician.
• Coordinate daily workflow and maintain efficient patient flow.
• Promote excellent patient care and clinical standards.
• Support and mentor colleagues, identifying development opportunities.
• Work closely with clinicians, Team Leaders and HoNS.
• Represent the department at leadership meetings and contribute to service improvement projects.
• Support the continued growth and development of the dentistry service.

About You

We’re looking for an RVN with:

• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Leadership experience or the ambition to step into a leadership role.
• Confidence with anaesthesia.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach.
• A passion for patient care and team development.
• An interest in dentistry.

Referral dentistry experience is desirable but not essential.

About Eastcott

Eastcott is a Tier 3 multidisciplinary referral and primary care hospital in Swindon, Wiltshire. We manage a varied caseload across cardiology, orthopaedics, medicine, neurology, dentistry, ophthalmology, diagnostic imaging, ECC and primary care.

Why Join Us?

• Lead and develop a dedicated nursing team.
• Build expertise within a growing dentistry service.
• Work within a supportive multidisciplinary referral environment.
• Access regular CPD and career development opportunities.
• Gain exposure to a varied and rewarding referral caseload.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programme
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eyecare vouchers
• Free annual flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

Eastcott is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, creating opportunities to learn, develop and progress within one of the world’s largest veterinary groups.