Head Veterinary Nurse

Posting date:	29 April 2026
Salary:	£34,000 to £41,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	29 May 2026
Location:	Feltham
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-58087-20726

Summary

Head Veterinary Nurse (Head RVN)
Location: Feltham

Salary: From £34,000 DOE | Full-Time (40 Hours) | 1 in 4 Weekends | Leadership Opportunity

Role Highlights

• Unique opportunity to build and lead a nursing team from the ground up
  
• Real influence over clinical standards, culture and day-to-day operations
  
• Modern, well-equipped environment designed for high-quality patient care
  
• Strong focus on CPD, wellbeing and long-term career development
  The Role

  An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to step into a Head Nurse role within a modern practice

  This is a rare opportunity to shape the nursing function from day one, creating a positive team culture and ensuring nursing skills are fully utilised across the practice.

  Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading, mentoring and developing the nursing team
    
  • Ensuring exceptional standards of patient care and client experience
    
  • Overseeing nurse clinics, inpatient care and theatre standards
    
  • Driving full utilisation of nursing skills, including Schedule 3 procedures
    
  • Supporting student nurses and clinical coaching
    
  • Helping shape practice culture, workflows and clinical standards
    Hours & Work Pattern
    • Full-time: 40 hours per week (average 39 hours)
      
    • 4 x 9-hour shifts
      
    • 1 in 4 weekend rota
      
    • Participation in nurse care night rota (accommodation provided when required)
      
    • Flexible working options considered
      The Practice & Team

      You will be part of a modern, purpose-built veterinary surgery designed to support both patient care and team wellbeing.

      • Spacious, well-equipped clinical environment
        
      • Focus on calm, high-quality patient care
        
      • Collaborative and supportive team culture
        
      • Backed by a nationwide, independent veterinary group
        Salary & Benefits
        • Salary from £34,000 (dependent on experience)
          
        • Monthly nurse recognition scheme
          
        • CPD support and development opportunities
          
        • Funded professional fees
          
        • Income protection
          
        • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
          
        • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
          
        • Compassionate leave
          
        • Wellbeing support initiatives
          About You
          • RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
            
          • Previous senior or leadership experience desirable
            
          • Confident across all areas of clinical nursing
            
          • Passionate about high standards of patient care
            
          • Strong communication and team leadership skills
            
          • Proactive, adaptable and motivated to build and develop a team
            Apply Now

            For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact:
            l.stewart@purovets.com
            01904 570056

            View more opportunities: https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

            £250 referral bonus available (T&Cs apply)

            Reference: JOB-58087