Head Veterinary Nurse (HVN)

Job Description

Introduction
Our Client is a well-established, community-focused small animal practice based in Gatley. The clinic has recently undergone a full refurbishment, creating a clean, modern, and welcoming environment with abundant natural light.

The practice is dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to step into a leadership role.

Working Hours / Rota
This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break. The rota includes 1 weekend in 6 at a nearby practice.

Role Description
As Head Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key leadership role within the practice, delivering exceptional nursing care while guiding and supporting the wider nursing team.

You will lead nurse-led appointments and Schedule 3 activities, support consultations and surgical procedures, manage patient monitoring and admissions/discharges, and ensure full compliance with regulatory and operational standards.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will provide inspiration, mentorship, and development opportunities for nursing colleagues, fostering a positive and high-performing team environment.

Team Size
You will join a dedicated and supportive team within a well-established clinic environment. As Head Nurse, you will lead and develop the nursing team while working closely with Veterinary Surgeons and support staff.

Practice Details
The clinic has been recently refurbished to a high standard, offering a bright and welcoming environment with modern facilities. As a community-focused practice, it delivers high standards of small animal care within a supportive and collaborative setting.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse with a strong passion for patient and client care. You will demonstrate confident leadership skills and experience in motivating and developing colleagues.

You will be organised, proactive, and committed to maintaining high clinical standards while fostering a positive team culture. Applications are welcomed from nurses ready to lead, develop, and inspire.

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