An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Deputy Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a modern, purpose-built small animal practice in Lincoln. This permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to combine hands-on clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities, supporting the Head Nurse in delivering exceptional patient care, maintaining high clinical standards and leading a dedicated nursing team.

Key Highlights

• Salary £31,000 – £35,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Permanent full-time position.
• 40-hour week across a 4-day working pattern.
• 1 in 4 weekend rota with duty nights on rotation.
• Leadership role supporting the Head Nurse and wider clinical team.
• Modern, purpose-built practice with excellent facilities.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.

The Practice

This purpose-built small animal practice forms part of one of the UK’s largest independent, family-owned veterinary groups and is committed to delivering outstanding clinical care alongside an exceptional client experience. The practice provides a welcoming, supportive working environment where collaboration, continuous learning and career progression are actively encouraged.

The spacious, well-equipped surgery benefits from modern facilities designed to support a high standard of first opinion veterinary care.

Facilities include:

• Modern operating theatre.
• Digital radiography.
• Dental facilities.
• In-house laboratory.
• Ultrasound equipment.
• Dedicated nurse consultation rooms.
• Separate dog and cat wards.
• Modern prep and treatment areas.

You’ll be joining an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses and support colleagues who work closely together to provide outstanding patient care while maintaining a positive and supportive working environment.

The Location

Situated in the historic city of Lincoln, the practice enjoys excellent transport links and easy access to both the city centre and surrounding Lincolnshire countryside. The area offers an excellent mix of history, shopping, restaurants, green spaces and affordable living, making it an ideal location for both work and lifestyle.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to progress into a leadership position while remaining actively involved in clinical nursing.

Working a 4-day week with 9-hour shifts, you’ll undertake a varied mix of theatre, inpatient, consulting and leadership duties, supporting the Head Nurse in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the nursing team and maintaining excellent clinical standards throughout the practice.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Head Nurse with the day-to-day management of the nursing team.
• Delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Nurse consultations and preventative healthcare clinics.
• Surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring.
• Inpatient nursing and patient care.
• Coaching and supporting Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants.
• Assisting with clinical governance and maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Supporting stock control and clinical equipment management.
• Helping to ensure efficient daily workflow across the practice.
• Promoting continuous improvement and clinical best practice throughout the nursing team.

This varied position offers an excellent balance between leadership responsibilities and hands-on nursing, making it ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their veterinary nursing career.

About You

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Previous experience working within a busy small animal practice.
• Confident across all aspects of first opinion veterinary nursing.
• Previous mentoring or leadership experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, proactive and supportive team player.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care.

What’s On Offer

• Salary £31,000 – £35,000 per annum depending on experience.
• 4-day working week.
• 1 in 4 weekend rota.
• Flexible working opportunities where possible.
• Profit share bonus scheme.
• CPD allowance with certificate support.
• RCVS membership paid.
• VDS cover.
• Company pension scheme.
• Long service recognition.
• Income protection.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Compassionate leave.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Overseas charity work opportunities.
• Boost retail discounts and rewards platform.
• Help at Hand health and wellbeing support.
• Excellent career progression within a growing independent veterinary group.

If you would like further information about this Deputy Head Registered Veterinary Nurse role in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.