Head Veterinary Nurse

Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse

Near Benenden, Kent

Salary

£34,000 per Annum + £1,000 Joining Bonus | Full-Time | Permanent

Role Highlights

Leadership opportunity in a modern, well-equipped first-opinion practice

90% clinical and 10% administrative responsibilities

Lead and mentor a supportive team of RVNs, VCAs and student nurses

Advanced facilities including ultrasound, dental X-ray, in-house laboratory and ophthalmology

£1,000 joining bonus plus excellent benefits and career progression opportunities

The Role

This is an ideal role for a confident and organised nurse who enjoys combining hands-on clinical work with team leadership responsibilities. With approximately 90% of your time spent clinically and 10% focused on administration and management, you will remain at the heart of patient care while helping to guide and support the nursing team.

You will oversee day-to-day nursing operations, mentor colleagues and student nurses, and ensure the highest standards of clinical care and branch organisation are consistently maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support the nursing team and student veterinary nurses

Oversee nurse rotas, holiday planning and daily workflow

Maintain high standards of nursing care and clinical protocols

Assist with consultations, diagnostics and surgical procedures

Monitor anaesthesia and provide perioperative nursing support

Manage controlled drugs, stock control and health and safety procedures

Run nurse clinics and preventative healthcare consultations

Support team development, mentoring and performance management

Handle administrative duties including reporting and liaising with suppliers

Promote a positive, collaborative and supportive team culture

Working Pattern

Full-time permanent position

40 hours per week

Five days per week with 8-hour shifts

Weekend work compensated with time off in lieu or additional pay

The Practice

This is a fully equipped small animal practice offering a broad range of diagnostic and treatment capabilities in a modern clinical environment.

Facilities include

Digital X-ray

Dental suite with dental X-ray

Ultrasound

In-house blood analysis

Ophthalmology equipment

Well-equipped surgical and treatment areas

The Team

You will be leading and working alongside

3 Registered Veterinary Nurses

4 Veterinary Care Assistants / Client Care Assistants

Branch Manager

Student Veterinary Nurses

This is a close-knit and supportive team where collaboration, development and high standards of care are central to daily practice life.

Salary & Benefits

£34,00 per annum depending on experience

£1,000 joining bonus

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Extensive internal and external CPD opportunities

Life assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced equal family leave

Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu jab

Eyecare vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

About You

Strong clinical skills including anaesthesia and surgical nursing

Previous leadership or mentoring experience preferred

Highly organised and able to work independently

Approachable, supportive and confident communicator

Passionate about maintaining exceptional patient care standards

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role while remaining heavily involved in clinical work.

You will have the chance to shape nursing standards, mentor colleagues and develop your leadership skills in a supportive and progressive environment with excellent facilities and genuine opportunities for advancement.

Apply Now

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact

Luke Stewart

l.stewart@purovets.com

01904 570056

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£250 referral bonus available (T&Cs apply)

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