Job Description

Deputy Head Nurse (RVN) – Liverpool

Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 DOE | Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Deputy Head Nurse to join a thriving veterinary team in Liverpool. This position is ideal for a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive, progressive, and clinically driven environment.

Working closely with the Head Nurse, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the leadership and development of the nursing team while helping to drive clinical excellence, operational efficiency, governance, and continuous improvement across the practice.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with excellent communication skills, strong clinical knowledge, and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding patient care and customer service. They will thrive in a varied and rewarding caseload and be keen to contribute to the ongoing success of a growing veterinary practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Nurse in the day-to-day management and leadership of the nursing team.
• Assist in maintaining high clinical standards, governance, and patient care.
• Promote efficiency and effectiveness across all clinical activities within the surgery.
• Mentor and support colleagues, encouraging professional development and best practice.
• Deliver exceptional nursing care across consultations, inpatient care, and surgical duties.
• Help foster a positive, collaborative, and supportive team culture.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and clinical excellence.

Working Hours & Flexibility

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week.

The nursing team typically works a 4-day week, supporting a healthy work-life balance. Shifts are 9 hours long and include a varied mix of consulting, inpatient, and surgical responsibilities throughout the week.

The role includes:

• 1 in 4 weekend rota (Saturday and Sunday)
• Duty nights on a rotational basis

Flexible working requests are welcomed, and alternative working patterns can be discussed to help achieve the right balance for both the successful candidate and the practice.

Professional Development

The practice is committed to continuous learning and career progression. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal position for an ambitious RVN seeking to further develop their leadership and clinical skills.

Benefits

To attract and retain exceptional veterinary professionals, a comprehensive benefits package is offered, including:

• Profit share bonus scheme
• Long service recognition
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Compassionate leave
• Colleague discounts
• Overseas charity work opportunities
• Boost retail discounts and rewards
• Generous CPD allowance
• Help at Hand health and wellbeing support

About the Liverpool Practice

The Liverpool surgery is a well-equipped, modern veterinary practice offering a wide range of services and advanced facilities, including:

• Digital X-ray
• Dental X-ray
• Ultrasound equipment
• Orthopaedic procedures
• Ophthalmology services
• BOAS surgery
• Exotic pet care
• And much more

The practice prides itself on delivering exceptional clinical care while providing a supportive and enjoyable working environment for its team.

About the Group

The practice forms part of the UK's largest independent, family-owned veterinary group, with surgeries located nationwide.

The group is dedicated to providing outstanding veterinary care within the communities it serves, helping pets live long, happy, and healthy lives with their families. Its purpose-built, state-of-the-art surgeries are spacious, modern, and equipped with the latest technology.

Significant investment is made in colleagues' professional development, wellbeing, and career progression, creating an environment where veterinary professionals can thrive.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Deputy Head Nurse looking to join a forward-thinking veterinary organisation that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous development.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.  

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ 

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-58454