Head Veterinary Nurse Jobs – £40,000 - £45,000 + Benefits | No Weekends | Leadership Role
Head Veterinary Nurse Position | Full-Time or Part-Time | Head RVN Opportunity
£40,000 - £45,000 | No Weekend Work | Flexible Hours | Leadership Role | Modern Facilities
A modern, well-equipped small animal practice is seeking an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse to lead and support a collaborative clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior RVN ready to step into a leadership role while maintaining hands-on nursing within a progressive, high-standard environment.
With no weekends and flexible working patterns, this role offers genuine work-life balance alongside career progression.
Compensation & Benefits
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£40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience
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Full-time or part-time hours available
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No weekend work
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Flexible working hours and patterns
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Leadership and career progression opportunity
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Supportive and collaborative team culture
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Modern, well-equipped facilities
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Positive work-life balance
Role Overview
The Head Veterinary Nurse will lead the nursing team, supporting clinical standards, workflow efficiency, and team development while continuing to provide excellent patient care within a first-opinion setting.
This role combines clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities, ideal for an experienced RVN looking to take the next step in their career.
Clinical Facilities & Environment
The practice operates across two modern floors and includes:
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Dedicated dog and exotics clinic
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Separate cat-only clinic
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Digital X-ray
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Multiparameter monitoring equipment
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Contemporary, purpose-built facilities
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, mentor, and support the nursing team
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Maintain and uphold high clinical standards
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Assist with consultations, procedures, and surgeries
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Oversee inpatient care and anaesthesia monitoring
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Support team development and workflow coordination
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Deliver exceptional patient and client care
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Foster a positive, collaborative team culture
Working Hours & Schedule
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Full-time or part-time considered
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5 days per week
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Flexible working patterns available
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No weekends
Candidate Requirements
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RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in a nursing role
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Previous leadership or senior nursing experience preferred
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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Team-focused, proactive, and supportive approach
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Passion for maintaining high clinical standards
Why This Role Stands Out
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True leadership opportunity
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No weekends for excellent work-life balance
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Modern, well-equipped practice
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Separate species-specific clinics
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Supportive and experienced team
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Opportunity to shape and develop nursing standards
Apply Now
Senior nurses seeking Head Veterinary Nurse jobs or lead RVN positions in a supportive, modern practice environment are encouraged to apply. This is an ideal opportunity to progress into leadership while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Contact Details
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact:
Rebekka Chadwick
Talent Partner
M: 07706 346517
E: rebekka@supreme-ss.com