Lead Veterinary Nurse: Develop Talent, 4-Day Week & CPD

The Pet Vet

Greater London

On-site

GBP 34,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Rewards scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Income protection
Electric car scheme
Boost employee benefits/discounts
Health and wellbeing support
Surgery discount
CPD allowance
20 days annual leave + bank holidays
Internal leadership training

Job summary

The Pet Vet in South Ruislip, Greater London, is seeking a Head Nurse to lead our nursing team in a modern practice. You will shape professional development for RVNs, students, and VCAs while maintaining clinical excellence and compassionate care for patients.

The role offers a 4-day week with 9-hour shifts, a 1:4 weekend rota, and involvement in the duty night shift. Salary ranges from £34,000 to £42,000 DOE, reflecting experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

  • Registered veterinary nurse (RVN) preferred.
  • Experience leading a nursing team is advantageous.
  • Ability to support development of RVNs, students and VCAs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the nursing team to deliver high-quality patient care.
  • Support and develop RVNs, students and VCAs.
  • Participate in the duty night rota and weekend pattern.

Skills

Clinical experience
Leadership
Team motivation

Job description

The Pet Vet in South Ruislip, Greater London, is seeking a Head Nurse to lead our nursing team in a modern practice. You will shape professional development for RVNs, students, and VCAs while maintaining clinical excellence and compassionate care for patients.

The role offers a 4-day week with 9-hour shifts, a 1:4 weekend rota, and involvement in the duty night shift. Salary ranges from £34,000 to £42,000 DOE, reflecting experience and responsibilities.

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