Description
Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse
£30,000 – £33,000 DOE | Full Time | 4-Day Week
Job Highlights
- Leadership opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse
- 4-day working week with fair share of weekends
- Varied medical and surgical caseload with multiple certificate holders in-house
- Strong focus on clinical standards, mentoring and career development
Working Pattern
- Full-time permanent position
- 4-day working week
- Fair share of weekend rota
- No out-of-hours requirement stated
Salary & Benefits
- Salary £30,000 – £33,000 depending on experience
- 6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
- £600 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days (pro rata)
- RCVS membership paid plus one additional subscription
- VDS cover provided
- Health and wellbeing support package
- Colleague discount scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance
- Buy & Sell holiday scheme
- One paid volunteer day annually
The Role
This position is ideal for an experienced RVN seeking progression into senior nursing leadership while maintaining hands-on clinical responsibilities. You will work closely with veterinary surgeons and the nursing leadership team to ensure exceptional clinical standards, excellent patient care, and a positive working environment.
The role combines clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities, supporting team development and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Support
- Lead, mentor and support members of the nursing team
- Assist with rota coordination and daily workflow management
- Promote a collaborative and supportive team culture
- Act as a key point of contact within the clinical team
Clinical Duties
- Remain actively involved in surgical, inpatient and consult nursing
- Maintain high standards of patient care and client communication
- Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and best practice standards
- Support accreditations and RCVS Practice Standards Scheme compliance
Training & Development
- Support student veterinary nurse training and development
- Encourage utilisation of full RVN skill sets
- Contribute to clinical audits and continuous improvement initiatives
Operational Responsibilities
- Assist with stock control and equipment maintenance
- Support implementation and review of practice policies and procedures
About the Practice
The clinical team includes experienced veterinary surgeons, RVNs and certificate holders, creating a supportive environment focused on high clinical standards, teamwork and professional growth.
Apply
For a confidential discussion hit apply or contact Luke on:
01904 570056
l.stewart@purovets.com
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Ref: JOB-57703