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Head Veterinary Nurse

On-site in Virginia Water·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 8 Oct)

IVC Evidensia

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Overview

Job details

Full-time
Per the ad.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Commuter benefits named in the ad.

Requirements

Work on-site in Virginia Water
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Lead-level role.

Skills

The role

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Head Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Virginia Water Veterinary Clinic on a full-time basis.

We are a friendly, newly established small animal practice based in the beautiful surroundings of Virginia Water, Surrey. Conveniently located right by the train station, we offer excellent transport links to London, as well as easy access to the local woodland and surrounding countryside. Staff parking is also available.

Our brand-new practice is currently home to a small, close-knit team, including one Vet, a Head Nurse, RVN, Practice Director and two Receptionists, with exciting plans to expand the team as the practice continues to grow. We are well equipped with an on-site laboratory, X-ray and ultrasound, alongside visiting specialist surgeons who provide laparoscopic spays, orthopaedic procedures and ophthalmology services.

We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with our clients and patients, which has helped us develop an excellent local reputation and a loyal client base. As we grow, we are looking to introduce an Animal Nursing Assistant and offer SVN placement opportunities, making this an exciting time to join the team. We would particularly welcome an RVN with an interest in clinical coaching, or someone who already holds Clinical Coach training, to help support the development of future student nurses.

How You'll Make a Difference

As a Head Veterinary Nurse, you will provide senior clinical and professional leadership for the nursing team, overseeing all nursing aspects of the practice and supporting the delivery of high-quality patient and client care.

You'll be responsible for setting and maintaining nursing standards, leading clinical governance and quality improvement activity, and developing a capable, confident nursing team. Working closely with the wider practice leadership team, you'll play a key role in shaping culture, performance and ways of working.

Working Pattern

* 40 hours per week

* Working either 4/5 days, covering shifts between 8:30 am - 7:30 pm on a rota basis

* 1:4 Saturdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, with TOIL

General Responsibilities

* Lead, support, and develop the nursing team, promoting high clinical standards

* Support the smooth day-to-day running of back-of-house clinical areas

* Deliver hands-on nursing care across theatre, inpatient care, and nurse consultations

* Help mentor and guide colleagues, including students and less experienced team members

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You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are an experienced and confident Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong leadership capability and a passion for clinical excellence. You'll bring:

* Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

* Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced medical and surgical nursing skills

* Proven experience of leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams

* Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and professional standards

* Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills

How We'll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

* A senior leadership role with accountability for nursing standards, team development and service improvement

* Structured leadership pathways through our dedicated Nurse Academy, empowering you to shape the future of nursing care within our practice

* Clear career development with progression opportunities into wider practice leadership roles

* Ongoing learning and development to support leadership, governance and strategic growth

* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

* 6.6 weeks' annual leave

* Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance

* Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service

* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay

* Private Medical Insurance

* Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme

* £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave

* RCVS and VDS fees covered

* Pension scheme

* Discounted veterinary care

* Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

About IVC Evidensia

IVC Evidensia is a veterinary care group operating a network of veterinary practices, ranging from small animal and mixed animal clinics to out-of-hours services and specialist referral hospitals.

Its practices employ veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, animal care assistants and client care teams, and the group runs referral services in areas such as surgery, orthopaedics, internal medicine and oncology, alongside emergency and critical care and rotating internship programmes.