Lead Veterinary Nurse — Clinically Hands-On, CPD Supported

Bright Leaf Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD funding

Career progression

Holiday allowance

RCVS + VDS fees

Job summary

Bright Leaf Recruitment is partnering with a North London veterinary practice to recruit a Head Veterinary Nurse. The role is full-time, with part-time consideration for the right candidate, offering leadership alongside hands-on nursing.

You will mentor nurses and students, work with practice leadership to raise standards, and help shape the team’s future direction while ensuring high-quality patient care. London-area community feel and strong transport links enhance the role.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Proven leadership experience in a busy clinical setting.
• Mentor and develop nursing staff and students to maintain high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing and clinical leadership for the nursing team.
• Mentor nurses and students and support professional development.
• Collaborate with practice leadership to identify improvement opportunities and guide direction.

Skills

RVN leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Communication

Education

RVN registration

Job description

Bright Leaf Recruitment is partnering with a North London veterinary practice to recruit a Head Veterinary Nurse. The role is full-time, with part-time consideration for the right candidate, offering leadership alongside hands-on nursing.

You will mentor nurses and students, work with practice leadership to raise standards, and help shape the team’s future direction while ensuring high-quality patient care. London-area community feel and strong transport links enhance the role.