Equine Head Nurse
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Employee Assistant Programme, pet discounts, stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, uniform |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | WA16 9JQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Willows Veterinary Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Job Ref 80 |
Summary
Ashbrook Equine Hospital is a busy, modern facility providing exceptional care to a wide range of equine patients, from elite sports horses to family companions. Our hospital is equipped with a large operating theatre, advanced diagnostic imaging suite (including digital radiography, ultrasonography and video endoscopy), an isolation unit, and a standing MRI scanner. We also offer fresh, frozen, and chilled AI services, together with stallion semen collection.
We are seeking a self-motivated, experienced Equine Head Nurse to lead our dedicated nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about equine care and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and organise the nursing team, including daily clinical work allocation and out-of-hours rota.
• Provide line management for nursing staff, including holiday approval, sickness recording, and return-to-work interviews.
• Maintain high standards of inpatient and day patient care, theatre nursing, imaging and out-of-hours duties.
• Ensure compliance with equipment maintenance schedules and laboratory machine quality control.
• Promote a positive, collaborative working environment and uphold clinical standards across all areas.
About You
• Exceptional horse-handling skills and a commitment to patient care.
• Previous experience in equine nursing and ideally in a leadership or line management role.
• Ability to work on-site out-of-hours on a 1:6 rota (depending on team numbers) following training.
• Enthusiastic, organised, and able to motivate and support a team.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and funded CPD.
• A supportive, friendly team environment within a well-equipped hospital.
To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to recruitment@willowsvetgroup.co.uk, quoting reference 80. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is found.
We are seeking a self-motivated, experienced Equine Head Nurse to lead our dedicated nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about equine care and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and organise the nursing team, including daily clinical work allocation and out-of-hours rota.
• Provide line management for nursing staff, including holiday approval, sickness recording, and return-to-work interviews.
• Maintain high standards of inpatient and day patient care, theatre nursing, imaging and out-of-hours duties.
• Ensure compliance with equipment maintenance schedules and laboratory machine quality control.
• Promote a positive, collaborative working environment and uphold clinical standards across all areas.
About You
• Exceptional horse-handling skills and a commitment to patient care.
• Previous experience in equine nursing and ideally in a leadership or line management role.
• Ability to work on-site out-of-hours on a 1:6 rota (depending on team numbers) following training.
• Enthusiastic, organised, and able to motivate and support a team.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and funded CPD.
• A supportive, friendly team environment within a well-equipped hospital.
To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to recruitment@willowsvetgroup.co.uk, quoting reference 80. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is found.