Lead Veterinary Nurse - no OOH or weekends

British Veterinary LGBT+; City of London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in West London is seeking an experienced Lead RVN to enhance their team. This role involves leadership responsibilities, monitoring anaesthesia, and training junior staff in a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £37,275, along with benefits like no weekend work, 25 days holiday, and extensive CPD opportunities, fostering professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

No weekend work

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Paid day off for birthday

Wellness programmes

CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified RVN registered with the RCVS.
• Experience in leadership or a desire to step into a leadership role.
• Strong passion for clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anaesthesia and perform theatre duties.
• Oversee daily operations of clinical areas.
• Support and train junior team members.
• Run nurse consultations.

Skills

Team leadership

Clinical nursing

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Minimum one year experience as RVN

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) looking to elevate your career into a leadership role? Do you thrive in a close-knit, family-oriented team and want to make a meaningful impact on clinical excellence and team development? If so, my client in West London has an exciting role for you as a Lead RVN.

This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to grow and lead in a supportive environment. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £37,275 depending on experience, with a work-life balance and no weekend shifts.

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (total 42 hours per week). There is no out-of-hours cover or reception duties, allowing you to focus on patient care.

About the Role

• As the Lead RVN, you will be a key player in a well-established practice.
• Monitoring anaesthesia and performing theatre duties.
• Overseeing the daily operations of clinical areas.
• Supporting and training junior team members.
• Running nurse consultations such as weight clinics and diabetes management.
• Collaborating closely with the vet and Client Care Advisor (CCA) team.

About You

• An experienced RVN with at least one year of qualification.
• Highly organised and passionate about maintaining high clinical standards.
• Ready to step into a leadership role or already possessing some leadership experience.
• Interested in mentoring junior team members and potentially becoming a Clinical Coach.

Practice Highlights

Located in vibrant West London, with great transport links and local amenities. The practice is well-equipped with a theatre, dental suite, high-quality ultrasound, and multi-parameter monitoring.

Culture & Support

• Regular CPD and leadership coaching through a Leadership Programme.
• Direct support from senior team leaders including the Business Support Manager and Lead Vet.
• Regular meetups with other Lead RVNs in the region.
• Opportunities for business development and expanding clinical skills.
• An active social team culture with events, quizzes, and post-work catch-ups.

Benefits

• No weekend work.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• An additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Enhanced family leave and sickness policy.
• RCVS & VDS fees paid.
• CPD allowance and allocated CPD days.
• Access to a wide range of clinical and non-clinical learning and development programmes.
• Staff discount schemes and discounted pet insurance.
• Wellness programmes including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), gym membership discount, Cycle2Work scheme, eye care vouchers, and flu vaccine voucher.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a practice where your voice will be heard and your growth supported, apply to become a part of the family.

For more information or to apply contact Emma McGee on:
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Please note you must be a qualified RVN and registered with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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