Job Description

Ashbrook Equine Hospital is a busy, modern facility providing exceptional care to a wide range of equine patients, from elite sports horses to family companions. Our hospital is equipped with a large operating theatre, advanced diagnostic imaging suite (including digital radiography, ultrasonography and video endoscopy), an isolation unit, and a standing MRI scanner. We also offer fresh, frozen, and chilled AI services, together with stallion semen collection.

We are seeking a self-motivated, experienced Equine Head Nurse to lead our dedicated nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about equine care and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and organise the nursing team, including daily clinical work allocation and out-of-hours rota. Provide line management for nursing staff, including holiday approval, sickness recording, and return-to-work interviews. Maintain high standards of inpatient and day patient care, theatre nursing, imaging and out-of-hours duties. Ensure compliance with equipment maintenance schedules and laboratory machine quality control. Promote a positive, collaborative working environment and uphold clinical standards across all areas.
About You

Exceptional horse-handling skills and a commitment to patient care. Previous experience in equine nursing and ideally in a leadership or line management role. Ability to work on-site out-of-hours on a 1:6 rota (depending on team numbers) following training. Enthusiastic, organised, and able to motivate and support a team.
What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunities for professional development and funded CPD. A supportive, friendly team environment within a well-equipped hospital.
To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to recruitment@willowsvetgroup.co.uk, quoting reference 80. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is found.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person