Theatre Registered Veterinary Nurse

Linnaeus Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in London is seeking a Senior Theatre Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their dynamic team. The role involves leading a team, managing surgical caseloads, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Candidates should have a strong background in veterinary nursing, leadership experience, and a passion for patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave

Paid RCVS and VDS fees

External CPD funding

Extensive online CPD resources

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts

Life Assurance

Enhanced sick pay and family leave

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Employer pension scheme

Wellness programs including Employee Assistance

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary nurse with a strong surgical/theatre background.
• Previous leadership experience; energetic, positive, professional.
• Referral setting experience is a bonus, but passion and mindset are key.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and energize a team of Veterinary Nurses and Patient Care Assistants.
• Manage a busy surgical caseload and coordinate team efforts during emergencies.
• Participate in a shared rota covering mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Quick thinking

Patient care

Job description

*# Senior Theatre Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location: Cranes Point, Gardiners Lane South, Basildon, Essex

Hours: Full time

Practice: Southfields Veterinary Specialists

Practice Details

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If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details via The Link) to apply internally.

Senior Theatre Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location: Southfields Veterinary Specialists

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Are you ready to advance your nursing career? Southfields Veterinary Specialists seeks a passionate Senior Theatre Nurse to join our dynamic team.

Since relocating to our state-of-the-art 40,000 sq. ft hospital in 2022, we continue to grow. We invite an exceptional individual to help shape our theatre nursing department.

What makes this role special?

As a Senior Nurse, you'll lead, support, and energize a team of Veterinary Nurses and Patient Care Assistants, fostering a collaborative environment. You'll be a hands-on leader with a calm, confident presence and a genuine passion for patient care.

Your day-to-day will involve managing a busy surgical caseload, working alongside top UK specialists, and impacting patient lives positively. Bring your clinical expertise, communication skills, and organizational talent to a rewarding yet challenging department.

You will participate in a shared rota covering mornings, evenings, and weekends, supporting our round-the-clock care model. Weekend shifts involve being onsite as the senior nurse, coordinating team efforts, ensuring inpatient care, and managing emergencies. Your leadership and composure will be vital during these times.

About you

• Experienced veterinary nurse with a strong surgical/theatre background
• Previous leadership experience; energetic, positive, professional
• Enjoys challenges and quick thinking
• Excellent communication skills with all team members
• Referral setting experience is a bonus, but passion and mindset are key

Why Southfields?

Join a world-class hospital with seven theatres, surrounded by a caring team. Your voice matters here, and your ideas will influence our growth. Collaborate with Clinical Services and Nursing leaders to foster innovation, compassion, and continual improvement.

Ready for a bigger role?

This is more than a senior position—it's an opportunity to lead, develop, and be part of something extraordinary.

Career Development

Enhance your leadership skills with the Linnaeus Empower Leadership Course. Engage in networking and collaboration within the Linnaeus group. You will influence, mentor, and support your team, participate in recruitment, and expand your clinical expertise across diverse specialties.

We support your transition with training and development opportunities to grow your confidence and skills as a leader.

What are we looking for?

A motivated self-starter passionate about leadership and patient care, with:

• Proactive organizational skills
• Mentoring and development enthusiasm
• Decision-making confidence and delegation skills
• Ability to drive clinical excellence

Most importantly, someone who cares deeply about patients, colleagues, and the future of Southfields.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• Paid RCVS and VDS fees
• External CPD funding
• Extensive online CPD resources
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discounts
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sick pay and family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer pension scheme
• Wellness programs including Employee Assistance, Eyecare vouchers, Flu jabs, Cycle scheme, and referral rewards

We prioritize the mental and physical health of our Associates through support programs and confidential services.

For questions or to discuss the role further, contact Becca.

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Part of a global family

Being part of Mars gives us access to a vast network of experts and specialists, offering growth and security to focus on caring for pets. Our team includes some of the UK's top specialists, and we are committed to excellence and making A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.

Linnaeus, owned by Mars, is part of a group of 70,000 Veterinary Health Associates dedicated to improving pets' lives worldwide. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Interested candidates should apply via the Apply button or contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]