Job Description

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (Head RVN)

Tottenham, North London
Salary: Competitive DOE
Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse (Head RVN) to lead the nursing team within a well-established and modern small animal practice in Tottenham.

This is an ideal role for an experienced Senior Veterinary Nurse ready to step into leadership, or an existing Head Nurse looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Role Highlights

• Full-time permanent position
• Leadership role with genuine influence
• Opportunity to mentor and develop the nursing team
• Mix of clinical nursing and management responsibilities
• Well-equipped first opinion practice
• Excellent career development and funded certificate support
• Comprehensive benefits package

The Role

As Head Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play a central role in maintaining high clinical standards while leading and inspiring the nursing team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring and developing the nursing team
• Delivering nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures
• Supporting surgeries, consultations and inpatient care
• Managing patient admissions, monitoring and discharges
• Ensuring compliance with clinical and operational standards
• Driving exceptional client service and patient care
• Supporting training and professional development across the team

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will continue to utilise your clinical skills while helping shape the culture and performance of the practice.

The Practice

Located in the vibrant West Green area of Tottenham, this busy and well-established clinic provides a varied first opinion caseload and a welcoming, collaborative atmosphere.

The practice is modern and fully equipped, allowing the team to deliver high-quality veterinary care in a supportive environment where every team member is valued.

With excellent transport links and a strong local community, the clinic offers a rewarding opportunity in one of North London’s most accessible locations.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional paid days leave
• £750 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days
• Funded certificates and clear career pathways
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Health Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Staff discounts on veterinary products and services

About You

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Previous senior or leadership experience preferred
• Confident across all aspects of clinical nursing
• Strong communication and team management skills
• Passionate about patient care and clinical excellence
• Motivated to develop and inspire others

Applications are welcomed from experienced RVNs who are ready to take the next step into a leadership role.

Apply Now

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Luke Stewart – 01904 570056
L.stewart@purovets.com

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