Head Veterinary Nurse

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	10 Ebrill 2026
Cyflog:	£33,000 i £40,000 bob blwyddyn
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	10 Mai 2026
Lleoliad:	Deptford
Gweithio o bell:	Ar y safle yn unig
Cwmni:	Purosearch
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	JOB-57853-20726

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Head / Senior Nurse (RVN)

Up to £40,000 DOE | Full Time | 4-Day Week | No OOH | No Sundays

Job Highlights

• Modern, independent small animal practice
  
• Up to £40,000 salary with excellent work-life balance (4-day week)
  
• No out-of-hours or bank holiday working
  
• Supportive, close-knit team with strong focus on patient care and clinical standards
  Salary & Benefits
  • Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
    
  • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
    
  • £300 CPD allowance plus 2 days CPD leave
    
  • Staff discounts on treatments and medications
    
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
    
  • Excellent work-life balance with no OOH
    Working Pattern
    • Full-time permanent position
      
    • 4-day working week (9:00am – 7:00pm)
      
    • 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (9:00am – 1:00pm)
      
    • No out-of-hours or bank holiday requirements
      The Role

      This role is ideal for a confident and proactive RVN looking to take the next step in their career, with the opportunity to take on additional responsibility while remaining hands-on clinically. You will play a key role in delivering high standards of patient care, supporting the clinical team, and contributing to a positive and collaborative working environment.

      The position offers a varied caseload and the opportunity to utilise your full nursing skill set within a modern, well-equipped clinical setting.

      Key Responsibilities

      Clinical Duties

      • Deliver high-quality nursing care across surgical, inpatient, and consult settings
        
      • Monitor anaesthesia and provide pre, peri and post-operative care
        
      • Support diagnostic procedures and administer treatments
        
      • Carry out nurse consultations including preventative care and post-operative checks
        
      • Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records
        

        Team & Client Care

        • Provide excellent client communication and support
          
        • Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and support staff
          
        • Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture
          

          Operational Responsibilities

          • Support the smooth day-to-day running of the practice
            
          • Maintain high standards of hygiene, compliance, and clinical protocols
            
          • Assist with stock control and equipment care
            Practice Environment

            You will be working in a purpose-built, modern veterinary clinic with access to high-quality facilities including digital imaging, ultrasound, in-house laboratory equipment, and dedicated nursing consultation space.

            The team environment is supportive and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on delivering personalised patient care and maintaining a positive workplace culture. This is a practice where your input is valued, and your clinical skills are fully utilised.

            Candidate Requirements
            • Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience
              
            • Confident across a range of clinical nursing duties
              
            • Strong communication and organisational skills
              
            • Positive, proactive and team-oriented approach
              
            • Passion for delivering high standards of patient and client care
              Apply

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

              You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

              To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

              And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply
              
              Ref: JOB-57853