Head Nurse – Leeds

Harrison Family Vets; Middleton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing veterinary clinic in Middleton seeks an experienced Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to lead the RVN and reception teams. Responsibilities include general veterinary nurse duties, team management, and administrative tasks. The position offers a positive work environment, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for pet care, apply now.

Benefits

Company events

Day off for birthday

Volunteer days

Private medical insurance

Gym contribution

Funded CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with pets and people.

Responsibilities

• Provide general RVN duties and oversee the RVN and reception team.
• Conduct one-to-ones and manage team rota.
• Handle general administrative duties.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Veterinary Procedures Knowledge

Job description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse – Middleton, Leeds

Harrison Family Vets are a family‑owned, independent group of growing clinics providing pet health care that is second to none.

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, enthusiastic pet and people‑person to join our Middleton practice as Head Registered Veterinary Nurse. The role includes general RVN duties, managing the RVN and reception teams, conducting one‑to‑ones, team rota, and general administrative duties.

The position is based in a state‑of‑the‑art clinic with 5 consult rooms, separate dog, cat and exotics wards, and an innovative pod design.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general RVN duties and oversee the RVN and reception team.
• Conduct one‑to‑ones and manage team rota.
• Handle general administrative duties.
• Participate in general first‑opinion theatre work.
• Support a pet‑centric, Fear Free practice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as an RVN.
• Strong leadership and team‑management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with pets and people.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures and clinic operations.

Employment Details

• 37.5 hours per week.
• Shift range 8.30‑04.30 or 11.00‑07.00; Saturday morning rota 8.30‑01.00.
• Schedule 3 where applicable.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (Good Friday worked but day in lieu).

Benefits

• Company events (fun Christmas party, regular socials).
• Day off for birthday.
• Three days to volunteer for a local charity of your choice.
• Free preventative healthcare plan for your pets plus generous discounts.
• Private medical insurance.
• Gym contribution.
• Funded CPD and certificate study opportunities.
• Ad‑hoc CPD trips to South of France and North American conferences.

Why Join Us?

• Family‑owned, independent practice with a supportive, friendly team.
• Fast‑growing, young practice that is Fear Free accredited.
• Positive work environment with a pet‑centric focus.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art clinic and equipment.

For an informal chat about current and future vacancies, please contact [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities Statement

Harrison Family Vets is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified people irrespective of age, sex, color, race, or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, family background, or religious beliefs.