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Lead Veterinary Nurse

Taverham Veterinary Practice, Longwater Lane, Norwich, East of England

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time

Up to £33,500 DOE

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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 an enthusiastic, team-orientated Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Taverham Veterinary Practice, based at our Longwater Lane branch.

Taverham Veterinary Practice is a well-established small animal practice, with this role offering the opportunity to lead and develop a varied range of services at our Longwater Lane branch. Alongside our first opinion veterinary services, the branch offers hydrotherapy, a luxury cattery, and the development of a cryotherapy clinic.

Longwater Lane is also a Training Practice and currently has a trainee nurse within the team. As Lead Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting their development as a Clinical Supervisor, while helping to drive clinical standards and team progression across the branch.

 

Practice Highlights

 
  • Branch-based leadership role at our Longwater Lane practice 
  • Varied services including first opinion care, hydrotherapy, luxury cattery facilities and developing cryotherapy services 
  • Training Practice with the opportunity to act as Clinical Supervisor
  • Opportunity to lead, develop and shape services within the branch 
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    How You’ll Make a Difference

     

    As a Lead Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high standards of nursing care while supporting and developing colleagues within the practice.

     

    You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team to support excellent patient and client care. You'll also act as a source of guidance for the nursing team and contribute to maintaining and improving clinical standards, workflows and patient outcomes.

     

    Working Pattern

     
  •  38.5 hours per week 
  •  4-day working week 
  •  1 in 8 short weekends, working 6 hours on either a Saturday or Sunday 
  •  1 in 8 long weekends, working Saturday and Sunday, 7.5 hours each day 
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    General Responsibilities

     
  • Lead and support the nursing team, helping to maintain high clinical standard
  • Work across anaesthesia, surgery and diagnostic processes 
  • Conduct nurse consultations and support client education 
  • Carry out laboratory work and provide excellent inpatient care 
  • Act as Clinical Supervisor for the trainee nurse within the practice  
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    You Might Be a Great Fit If...

     

    You are an experienced and confident Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys supporting others and leading by example. You’ll bring:

     
  • Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
  • Significant experience in clinical practice with strong medical and surgical nursing skills
  • Experience and aptitude for supporting, mentoring or coaching colleagues
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive approach to quality improvement, learning and professional development
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    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 nursing role with opportunities to influence clinical standards and ways of working
  • Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into leadership or specialist nursing roles
  • Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
  • A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
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    What We Offer Our Team

     
  • 6.6 weeks' annual leave
  • 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
  • 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 and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
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    We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

     

    Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

     
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    Taverham Veterinary Practice, Longwater Lane

    Longwater Lane, Costessey, Norwich, NR8 5AH, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

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    At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

    Any questions before applying?

    Speak to Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Talent Partner

    Elliott Burgin

    elliott.burgin@ivcevidensia.com