Head Nurse

Head Nurse - Award-Winning Veterinary Practice Woodford

Leadership & Development - Lead, mentor, and support a dedicated team of RVNs, students, and VCAs, fostering professional growth and teamwork.

Varied Clinical Caseload - Enjoy a balanced 50/50 dog and cat split, with opportunities to develop skills in feline medicine, imaging, exotic care, and BOAS surgery.

Work-Life Balance - 4-day working week with 9-hour shifts, plus duty nights and a fair 1:4 weekend rota.

Modern, Accredited Practice - Purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities and an ISFM Cat-Friendly Clinic accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

Generous salary - up to £40,000

About the Role

• Contract: 4 days per week (9-hour shifts)
• Rota: Duty nights & 1:4 weekends
• Location: Waltham Forest - a vibrant community with plenty of green spaces, just a short walk from the train station with onsite parking

As Head Nurse, you'll play a key role in leading and mentoring a passionate team of RVNs, students, and VCAs. You'll also be instrumental in maintaining the practice's high standards of clinical excellence, while supporting the ongoing professional development of your colleagues.

About the Practice

• Accredited Cat-Friendly Clinic (ISFM) - dedicated to feline wellbeing
• Friendly, collaborative team: Over 5 vets and nurses
• Veterinary expertise in imaging, exotic pet care, and BOAS surgery
• Balanced caseload with a 50/50 dog & cat split
• Purpose-built, modern facilities with state-of-the-art equipment
• Continuous professional development at all levels

What We're Looking For

• A qualified RVN with a solid clinical background
• Confident, approachable and self-motivated
• Passionate about team leadership and mentoring
• Committed to delivering the very best in patient and client care

The Package

• Superb salary between £35,000 and £40,000 DOE
• Rewards scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Income protection
• Electric car scheme
• Boost employee benefits and discounts
• Health and wellbeing package
• Surgery discount
• CPD allowance
• 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Internal leadership training

To apply please contact Luke on or email a copy of your up-to-date CV to

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral. Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-55022