Head Registered Veterinary Nurse – South East London

Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) ready to take the next step into leadership? This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy, well-supported small animal practice in South East London, offering career progression, clinical development, and a genuine work–life balance.

The Role

• Full-time, permanent position
• 4-day working week with 9.5-hour shifts
• 1 in 6 weekends at a nearby 24-hour hospital
• 2 bank holidays per year + 1 on-call week annually
• Lead and support a busy nursing team in a community-focused practice
• Remain hands-on clinically with a mix of leadership and patient care
• Play a key role in developing clinical standards and team growth

About You

You’ll be a RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse with a passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care.

• Confident in leading, mentoring, and developing a team
• Strong clinical skills across nurse consults, inpatient care, and theatre work
• A proactive, organised approach to managing workflow and standards
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Keen to contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to step into a Head Nurse position with real influence
• Supportive environment with access to a wider clinical network
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Work within a well-established, community-focused practice

Benefits

• Salary up to £38k 
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Generous CPD allowance
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways
• RCVS, VDS & BVA fees paid

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of patient care and monitoring
• Lead nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures
• Support consults, surgeries, and clinical procedures
• Oversee patient admissions and discharges
• Provide clinical leadership, mentoring, and team development

About the Practice

• Busy, well-established small animal practice
• Strong local client base and community presence
• Access to 24-hour hospitals and wider clinical support network
• Collaborative, supportive team environment

📍 Location: South East London
💼 Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
🕓 Working Pattern: 4 days per week + 1 in 6 weekends

To apply or learn more, contact:
Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | angel.mason@gvcvets.com