Head Veterinary Nurse - Oxford
| Company: | Purosearch |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,500 to £32,500 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | OXFORD |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Head Veterinary Nurse
Salary: £32,500 per annum
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Job Type: Full-time
Head Veterinary Nurse – Oxford, Oxfordshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate
Head Veterinary Nurse to join a dedicated veterinary team in
Oxford, Oxfordshire. This full-time role is ideal for an
RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) who is ready to lead, inspire and develop a nursing team while delivering exceptional standards of patient and client care.
As
Head Veterinary Nurse, the successful candidate will provide
clinical leadership to the nursing team, ensuring the delivery of outstanding veterinary care while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance, operational excellence and clinical best practice.
This role offers the opportunity to take the next step in a veterinary nursing career within a supportive environment focused on professional development, wellbeing and exceptional patient outcomes.
The Role
The
Head Veterinary Nurse will be accountable for the clinical leadership and day-to-day support of the nursing team. They will ensure patients, clients and colleagues receive the highest standards of care while maintaining compliance with all
RCVS, regulatory and operational standards.
Typical responsibilities will include:
• Delivering exceptional patient care through
nurse-led appointments,
Schedule 3 activities, consultations, surgeries and procedures
• Monitoring and managing patient care, including admissions and discharges
• Supporting the delivery of excellent client care and communication
• Providing
clinical leadership, coaching and development to the veterinary nursing team
• Ensuring the practice maintains high levels of clinical, operational and regulatory compliance
• Inspiring colleagues and supporting a positive, collaborative team culture
About the Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an
RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care.
They will be a confident and capable leader with experience motivating and developing colleagues, while maintaining high clinical standards in a busy veterinary environment.
Applications are welcomed from experienced veterinary nurses who are ready to step into leadership and make a positive impact on both team development and patient care.
Key requirements include:
•
RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) status
• Previous experience within a veterinary nursing role
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Passion for patient welfare and outstanding client care
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to maintaining high clinical and professional standards
Benefits
A career in veterinary nursing means more than a rota and job title. The successful
Head Veterinary Nurse will benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support wellbeing, career progression and work-life balance.
Health & Wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
Annual Leave
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service
• Additional paid
‘Day for You’
Learning & Development
•
£750 CPD allowance plus
2 paid CPD days per year
• Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and 24-hour hospitals
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways
Additional Benefits
•
RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loans
• Staff Discount scheme
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate
Head Veterinary Nurse,
Senior Veterinary Nurse or experienced
RVN looking to develop their leadership career in a supportive veterinary practice in
Oxford, Oxfordshire.
To apply please contact
Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to
l.stewart@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 no: JOB-58333
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