Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse

Posting date:	01 April 2026
Salary:	£30,000 to £33,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	01 May 2026
Location:	Bridgend
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-57703-20726

Summary

Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse

£30,000 – £33,000 DOE | Full Time | 4-Day Week

Job Highlights

• Leadership opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse
  
• 4-day working week with fair share of weekends
  
• Varied medical and surgical caseload with multiple certificate holders in-house
  
• Strong focus on clinical standards, mentoring and career development
  Working Pattern
  • Full-time permanent position
    
  • 4-day working week
    
  • Fair share of weekend rota
    
  • No out-of-hours requirement stated
    Salary & Benefits
    • Salary £30,000 – £33,000 depending on experience
      
    • 6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
      
    • £600 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days (pro rata)
      
    • RCVS membership paid plus one additional subscription
      
    • VDS cover provided
      
    • Health and wellbeing support package
      
    • Colleague discount scheme
      
    • Cycle to work scheme
      
    • Company sick pay
      
    • Life assurance
      
    • Buy & Sell holiday scheme
      
    • One paid volunteer day annually
      The Role

      This position is ideal for an experienced RVN seeking progression into senior nursing leadership while maintaining hands-on clinical responsibilities. You will work closely with veterinary surgeons and the nursing leadership team to ensure exceptional clinical standards, excellent patient care, and a positive working environment.

      The role combines clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities, supporting team development and operational efficiency.

      Key Responsibilities

      Leadership & Team Support

      • Lead, mentor and support members of the nursing team
        
      • Assist with rota coordination and daily workflow management
        
      • Promote a collaborative and supportive team culture
        
      • Act as a key point of contact within the clinical team
        

        Clinical Duties

        • Remain actively involved in surgical, inpatient and consult nursing
          
        • Maintain high standards of patient care and client communication
          
        • Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and best practice standards
          
        • Support accreditations and RCVS Practice Standards Scheme compliance
          

          Training & Development

          • Support student veterinary nurse training and development
            
          • Encourage utilisation of full RVN skill sets
            
          • Contribute to clinical audits and continuous improvement initiatives
            

            Operational Responsibilities

            • Assist with stock control and equipment maintenance
              
            • Support implementation and review of practice policies and procedures
              About the Practice

              The clinical team includes experienced veterinary surgeons, RVNs and certificate holders, creating a supportive environment focused on high clinical standards, teamwork and professional growth.

              Apply

              For a confidential discussion hit apply or contact Luke on:
              01904 570056
              l.stewart@purovets.com
              
              Know someone suitable? We offer a £250 referral bonus for successful recommendations
              
              Ref: JOB-57703