Head Veterinary Nurse
Straid Veterinary Clinic, Beaconsfield (near High Wycombe)
Salary up to £35,000 DOE
40 hours per week
Join a team where your experience truly matters
We are looking for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join our small friendly and enthusiastic practice in Beaconsfield Buckinghamshire. Established for over 100 years we have built a loyal local client base and are known for being a true community vet. We enjoy supporting local charities along with taking part in some fundraising too. Beaconsfield is a busy town with plenty of shops restaurants and bars plus great commuter links.
Role Details
You will take a key lead within our nursing team ensuring our standards remain high and our patients receive the best care. Day to day responsibilities will include:
Manage the nursing team and support a positive working culture
Manage stocking levels across the practice
Organise training to maintain a high level of nursing care
Monitor staff performance and coordinate biannual appraisals
Organise and attend internal meetings
Assist with clinical coaching and support student nurses
Ensure equipment is maintained and in safe working order
Work collaboratively with the wider team and be involved in continued practice improvement projects
Work Schedule
We work Monday to Friday inclusive with a mix of early shifts 8 to 4 for three weeks and late shifts 12.30pm to 7pm for one week. There is also a 1 in 4 Saturday morning shift 8am to 12pm. We are flexible with rota swaps where possible to support personal commitments and encourage a healthy work and life balance. Daily tea breaks included a well earned cuppa and chat is very important here.
About the Practice
You will be working alongside three other members of our nursing team in a well equipped practice including ultrasound new DR processing x ray dental x ray operating theatre for orthopaedic and advanced soft tissue procedures fully equipped lab and three consulting rooms. If you would like to visit for a look around before applying we would be more than happy to welcome you in to meet the team.
What We are Looking For
You will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience in a senior or leadership role and a passion for team development and high standards. Strong communication skills a proactive approach and the confidence to share ideas and lead by example are essential.
Because Our People Matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary up to £35,000 DOE you will benefit from
Work Life Balance
6.6 weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Enhanced family friendly policies including maternity paternity adoption shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing including discounted gym membershipNon accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rataCertificate SupportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets and Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension 5 percent Employee 3 percent EmployerDiscounted staff pet care