Head Veterinary Nurse – Leadership Role – Busy Small Animal Practice – Acton, Greater London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly and well-equipped small animal practice in Acton, Greater London. This position is ideal for an experienced RVN who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys driving clinical standards, mentoring others, and delivering exceptional patient and client care.

The Role:
As Head Nurse, you’ll take responsibility for the clinical leadership of the nursing team, ensuring the highest levels of care, compliance, and operational excellence. You’ll play a key role in shaping the clinic’s standards and supporting both your nursing colleagues and veterinary surgeons in delivering outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional clinical care for patients during procedures and nurse-led appointments

• Support veterinary surgeons during operations and procedures

• Manage patient admissions, discharges, and medication dispensing

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

• Lead daily briefings and ensure smooth day-to-day clinic operations

• Coach and develop the nursing team, promoting nurse-led clinics and Schedule 3 procedures

• Ensure compliance with RCVS, health and safety, and internal practice standards

• Manage stock control and laboratory procedures efficiently

Requirements:

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (essential)

• Confident leading, mentoring, and developing a clinical team

• Experience in delivering high-quality patient and client care

• Skilled in planning, organisation, and communication

• Positive and proactive team player with strong leadership skills

• Willing to work weekends as part of the rota

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary package

• Career progression opportunities within a respected national veterinary group

• Access to funded CPD and development support

• Structured leadership and coaching training

• A supportive, collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and confident Head Nurse who wants to make a genuine impact, lead a dedicated team, and continue to develop their leadership and clinical skills within a modern, forward-thinking practice.

📩 Apply now or contact Ciaran Drew at Global Veterinary Careers for more details:
📧 ciaran.drew@gvcvets.com
📞 01392 793241