Location: Morden, South London, United Kingdom
Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week (4 × 9-hour shifts, 1:4 weekends, plus duty night rota)
Salary: £33,000–£40,000 DOE
Contract: Permanent

About the role
We're seeking an experienced and motivated Head Nurse to lead the nursing team in a modern, purpose-built small animal practice in Morden. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a key leadership role, guiding colleagues to deliver consistently high standards of patient care and client service.

What we're looking for

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse

• Strong clinical background and leadership skills

• Confident, self-motivated and engaging

• Keen to mentor, coach and support RVNs, SVNs and VCAs

• Excellent communication and organisational ability

Benefits
To attract and retain the best, we offer an excellent package including:

• Salary £33,000–£40,000 DOE

• Rewards scheme and quarterly recognition

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Income protection

• Electric car scheme

• Boost employee discounts and benefits

• Help at Hand health and wellbeing support

• Surgery discount

• CPD allowance and leadership training

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

About the practice
You'll be joining a welcoming, experienced team in a purpose-built practice equipped with excellent facilities. The veterinary team includes six vets with a broad range of specialities. Two of the team are currently completing postgraduate certificates — one in Emergency & Critical Care and another in Surgery. The nursing team is friendly, skilled and supportive, and the practice is further strengthened by a capable reception team who ensure smooth day-to-day running and excellent client service.

About the group
This practice is part of the UK's largest independent, family-owned veterinary group, with a nationwide presence. The group is committed to providing exceptional pet care in local communities, supported by state-of-the-art, light and spacious surgeries. The focus is on creating an environment where clinical teams love to work, patients are calm, and clients feel fully assured.

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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