Head veterinary nurse position, St Albans, Hertfordshire

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Full time
Location: St Albans
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Job offered by: Bright Leaf Recruitment
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Are you ready to Lead with Passion and Purpose in this Head Veterinary Nurse role?

Are you an experienced and driven Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) looking for your next leadership opportunity? My client is on the lookout for a confident and compassionate Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a dynamic nursing team in a thriving St Albans practice. If you’re ready to take on a leadership role in a friendly, supportive environment, this could be the perfect role for you!

At this purpose-built clinic you’ll work in a modern practice equipped to industry-leading standards with state-of-the-art technology. Facilities include a full operating theatre, in-house Idexx lab, digital x-ray, modern dental machine, endoscopy, and more! Alongside first-opinion cases, they also conduct orthopedic surgeries, providing a stimulating and diverse caseload.

The clinic is well-connected, with easy access to the M1 and M25, and led by a Partner who brings over a decade of experience and a passion for rescue and orthopaedics. The dedicated team includes 4 ½ vets, RVNs, SVNs, VCAs, Receptionists, and a Practice Manager—all united by a commitment to progressive, compassionate animal care.

About You They are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is not only skilled and experienced but also ready to take the next step into a leadership role. As Head Nurse, you will guide, inspire, and support a nursing team, ensuring the smooth running of the practice and the highest standards of patient care.

Ideally, you will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with several years of experience, ideally in a leadership or senior nurse role. Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to delegate effectively and support team growth. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A passion for animal welfare and dedication to exceptional care. Confidence in all areas of nursing, from surgery to patient care and diagnostics. A desire to mentor, especially in clinical coaching and developing skills in areas like orthopaedics.

Salary:

From £32,000 upwards (DOE/full-time)

Hours:

40 hours per week, no OOHs

Generous CPD allowance and funding towards certificates

Holiday:

5.6 weeks initially, increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years

Extra day off for your birthday

Pension scheme and paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS)

Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance for eligible candidates

Access to a wellbeing support network and Colleague Assistance Programmes

Ready to join a team that values skill, growth, and compassionate care? We’d love to hear from you!

Looking for information or interested in applying for the role of a Small Animal Veterinary Nurse? Contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or call 01422 433900 for further details.

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