Deputy Head Nurse - Portsmouth

Posting date:	20 January 2026
Salary:	£29,000 to £35,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 February 2026
Location:	Portsmouth
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-56821-20726

Summary

Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Portsmouth

Salary: £29,000 – £35,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a modern, well-equipped veterinary practice in Portsmouth as a Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse. This role is ideal for a confident RVN looking to step into a leadership position while remaining hands-on in a busy, progressive clinical environment.

Rota

• Full-time position

  
  

• 4-day working week

  
  

• 1 in 4 weekends

  
  Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary £29,000 – £35,000 DOE

    
    

  • Generous holiday allowance

    
    

  • Excellent CPD allowance and leadership development support

    
    

  • Income protection

    
    

  • Enhanced family policies

    
    

  • Retail and employee discounts

    
    

  • Long service recognition

    
    

  • Profit share bonus scheme

    
    

  • Overseas charity work opportunities

    
    

  • Plus much more

    
    Why Join This Portsmouth Veterinary Practice?

    You’ll be working in an exceptionally well-equipped small animal clinic, offering real clinical variety, professional development, and the chance to shape high clinical standards alongside a supportive leadership team.

    Facilities include:

    • Two fully equipped operating theatres

      
      

    • Dedicated dental suite with digital and handheld dental X-ray

      
      

    • Digital X-ray and ultrasound

      
      

    • Multiparameter monitoring equipment

      
      

    • Separate dog, cat, and small animal wards

      
      

    • Walk-in kennels and isolation unit

      
      

    • In-house laboratory

      
      

    • Growing exotic and small mammal caseload

      
      The Role – Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse

      Working closely with the Head Nurse, you will play a key role in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the practice. This is a hands-on leadership role combining clinical nursing, mentoring, and governance responsibilities.

      Key responsibilities include:

      • Supporting and mentoring the nursing team

        
        

      • Maintaining and driving high clinical standards

        
        

      • Assisting with rota management and workflow efficiency

        
        

      • Contributing to clinical governance and continuous improvement

        
        

      • Supporting inpatient, surgical, and emergency care

        
        

      • Acting as a positive role model within the team

        
        Apply Now

        For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email l.stewart@purovets.com.

        To view all current veterinary nurse jobs, visit purovets.com/veterinary-jobs

        Know someone suitable? We offer £250 for every successful referral (terms and conditions apply).

        Reference: JOB-56821