Head Vet Nurse - Small Animal

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking a knowledgeable, confident Head Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Easipetcare, Dartford, on a full-time basis. We are also offering up to £3,000 welcome bonus for this position.

At Easipetcare Dartford, you’ll be joining a close-knit and supportive nursing team. We pride ourselves on being a genuinely friendly, collaborative group where every team member’s contribution is valued. Our nurses are the heart of the practice, skilled, compassionate, and always ready to support one another. We have a loyal client base and a varied caseload, giving you the chance to put your clinical expertise to good use while enjoying the strong relationships we’ve built with our clients and their pets. Situated in the heart of Dartford, our modern, well-equipped practice offers the best of both worlds, easy access to Central London, Kent, and beyond, while being surrounded by local green spaces and community charm. With great transport links and free on-site parking, it’s an ideal base for a rewarding and well-balanced career. How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Head Veterinary Nurse, you will provide senior clinical and professional leadership for the nursing team, overseeing all nursing aspects of the practice and supporting the delivery of high-quality patient and client care.

You’ll be responsible for setting and maintaining nursing standards, leading clinical governance and quality improvement activity, and developing a capable, confident nursing team. Working closely with the wider practice leadership team, you'll play a key role in shaping culture, performance and ways of working.

This position is 40 hours per week, across 4 or 5 days. You will participate in a 1:3 Saturday rota with time given back in lieu.

General responsibilities include:

*You’ll play a pivotal role in leading, inspiring, and developing our nursing and care team. *Ensure the smooth running of the practice, uphold clinical standards, and help us continue to deliver the best possible patient care. *Working closely with the Lead Vet, Client Care Manager, Practice Manager, and Practice Director, you’ll be part of the practice’s leadership group shaping our operations and helping to guide our continued growth and success. *This is a hands-on role, combining clinical work with leadership and mentorship. You’ll lead by example, supporting our Student Veterinary Nurses and VCAs, maintaining high standards of infection control and clinical governance, and ensuring the team is confident, capable, and motivated every day.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are an experienced and confident Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong leadership capability and a passion for clinical excellence. You'll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced medical and surgical nursing skills
• Proven experience of leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and professional standards
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A senior leadership role with accountability for nursing standards and team development
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into wider practice leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development to support leadership, governance and strategic growth
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team *6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off *Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service *Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay *Private Medical Insurance *Employee wellbeing initiatives including - Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme *£550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave *Certificate support *RCVS and VDS fees covered *Pension scheme *Discounted veterinary care *Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

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