Veterinary Nurse

Purosearch; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Vet Nurse to support the Head Nurse and oversee a nursing team. This role combines hands-on clinical work with management responsibilities, offering excellent career progression and benefits. Candidates must have strong leadership skills and a passion for animal care. The position is full-time with no out-of-hours work required.

Benefits

15 hours of funded CPD

Healthy work–life balance with no OOH

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on retail and lifestyle products

Qualifications

• Passionate about leadership and high clinical standards.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Ability to mentor and guide a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Nurse and oversee part of the nursing team.
• Deliver exceptional clinical care and client service.
• Line-manage a team of up to ten veterinary nurses and care assistants.
• Deputise for the Head Nurse when necessary.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Organization

People-management

Job description

Senior Vet Nurse – Liverpool

Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 per annum

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN who is passionate about leadership, high clinical standards, and making a genuine difference to the wellbeing of pets and their owners.

About the Role

As a Senior Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Nurse and overseeing part of the nursing team to deliver exceptional clinical care and client service. You will line‑manage a team of up to ten veterinary nurses and care assistants, providing mentorship, guidance, and development opportunities.

The position combines approximately 80% hands‑on clinical work with 20% management and coordination, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations across theatre, inpatient care, and client consultations. You’ll also deputise for the Head Nurse during periods of absence, helping to embed preventive healthcare and wellbeing initiatives throughout the practice.

About You

You will have excellent clinical skills and a genuine passion for leadership. Strong communication, organisation, and people‑management abilities are essential, as is a commitment to continuous professional development. The ideal candidate will lead by example, fostering teamwork, positivity, and client trust.

What’s on Offer

• 15 hours of funded CPD with full support for career progression
• Opportunities to perform Schedule 3 procedures with structured training
• Healthy work–life balance with no OOH and shorter days
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Additional paid days off including Charity Work
• Enhanced pension contributions (up to 10%) and Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 Wellbeing Centre
• Discounts on retail, holidays, and lifestyle products through an exclusive staff platform

If you are a dedicated and forward‑thinking veterinary nurse ready to take on a leadership challenge in a rewarding and progressive environment, this role offers the perfect next step in your career.

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply

Ref : JOB-55979