Job Description

Head Veterinary Nurse - Homefield Road Veterinary Surgery, Haverhill

Up to 35,000 DOE
Full Time - 40 hours per week
4 days per week, plus 1 in 5 Saturday mornings (8:30am-2:00pm)

Lead, inspire, and shape the future of our nursing team

Are you an experienced and motivated Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for an enthusiastic Head Veterinary Nurse to lead our dedicated nursing team at Homefield Road Veterinary Surgery in Haverhill.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine clinical excellence with leadership, helping to develop our team and shape the way we deliver care across both our Hawkedon and Homefield branches. You'll join a friendly, supportive team that works collaboratively to provide the best possible care for our patients, clients, and each other.

Role Details

As Head Veterinary Nurse, you'll play a central role in the day-to-day running of the practice and the professional development of the nursing team. You'll work closely with our management team to maintain high standards of clinical care, streamline processes, and support a positive working culture.
Your responsibilities will include:Leading, inspiring, and developing the nursing team Overseeing daily clinical operations and rota coordination Driving high standards of patient care and client communication Supporting and mentoring Student Veterinary Nurses Helping to shape practice policies and protocols Maintaining hands-on clinical duties as part of the team You will work 40 hours per week over 4 days, with a 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota (8:30am-2:00pm).

About You

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse with solid clinical experience Passionate about teamwork, patient care, and developing others Organised, proactive, and confident in managing people and processes Keen to contribute ideas and help drive the practice forward

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and supportive leader who wants to make a real impact within a close-knit team.

About Us

Hawkedon & Homefield Vets are well-established small animal practices with a shared commitment to providing care we're proud of - for our patients, our clients, and our colleagues. Our teams work collaboratively across both sites, supporting one another and sharing knowledge to achieve the highest clinical standards.
We're proud of our friendly, community-focused reputation, our strong clinical standards, and our commitment to continuous learning.

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary up to 35,000 DOE, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

6.6 weeks annual leave Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support

Development

550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

VDS cover RCVS fees

Additional

Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension - 5% Employee / 3% Employer Discounted staff pet care

Up to 35,000 DOE