JOB OVERVIEW

Head Veterinary Nurse
Location: Elizavet, 228 Belsize Road, NW6 4BT
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 1 in 4 Saturdays, No Out-of-Hours (OOH)
Elizavet is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Veterinary Nurse who is ready to progress into a Head Nurse role. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead, inspire, and develop a team while maintaining hands-on involvement in clinical care. If you are passionate about patient care, leadership, and driving standards in a growing, independent practice, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Head Veterinary Nurse, you will play a pivotal role within our hospital team, working closely with the Practice Director, Practice Manager, and Veterinary Surgeons to ensure outstanding patient care and operational excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Clinical Excellence – Rotate between surgery, consultations, and inpatient care, ensuring the highest standards of treatment and welfare.
• Leadership & Mentoring – Support, guide, and inspire a team of RVNs, Student Nurses, and Veterinary Care Assistants.
• Training & Development – Run and enhance nursing clinics, assist with in-house CPD sessions, and mentor student nurses.
• Operational Support – Help maintain clinical standards, optimise workflows, and assist in managing the nursing rota.
• Collaboration – Work alongside the leadership team to ensure a smooth and efficient patient journey from reception to discharge.

This role is ideal for an RVN with experience in a busy hospital or referral setting, who is ready to take on management responsibilities in line with the clinic’s growth while still enjoying valuable time with patients. The position involves approximately 30% administrative duties and 70% clinical management.
Why Join Elizavet?

Elizavet is a thriving, independent veterinary clinic equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Three consultation rooms and three operating theatres
• Separate dog and cat wards
• A hydrotherapy room and dedicated dentistry suite
• CT scanner, digital X-ray, and in-house laboratory
• A dedicated infectious disease ward

We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead. This is an exciting time to join us, as we continue to expand and invest in both our people and our facilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £35,000–£40,000, depending on experience
• £800 CPD allowance plus two paid CPD days per year
• 33% staff discount on pet care
• 6.6 weeks’ paid holiday, including bank holidays
• Company pension contributions
• RCVS VN renewal fees paid
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities

Who We Are Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS listed)
• Passionate about leadership and team development
• Strong clinical skills with experience in a busy practice
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Motivated to drive high standards in patient care

Take the Next Step in Your Career
Join Elizavet and become part of a forward-thinking, independent practice that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and provides a friendly, collaborative environment.
Job Types: Full-time

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree (required)

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years’ veterinary experience (required)

• Clinical Excellence – Rotate between surgery, consultations, and inpatient care, ensuring the highest standards of treatment and welfare.
• Leadership & Mentoring – Support, guide, and inspire a team of RVNs, Student Nurses, and Veterinary Care Assistants.
• Training & Development – Run and enhance nursing clinics, assist with in-house CPD sessions, and mentor student nurses.
• Operational Support – Help maintain clinical standards, optimise workflows, and assist in managing the nursing rota.
• Collaboration – Work alongside the leadership team to ensure a smooth and efficient patient journey from reception to discharge