Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

WE'RE HIRING: LEAD REGISTERED VETERINARY NURSE

Avonvale Veterinary Practice - Stratford-upon-Avon

Full-Time o 40 hrs/week o 4.5 days o 1:7 Saturday mornings

Are you a

Registered Veterinary Nurse with 2+ years' experience

looking to take the next step in your career?



Do you thrive in a supportive, friendly team where your skills are truly utilised?

If so,

Avonvale Stratford

wants to hear from you!


We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated RVN to join us as our

Lead Nurse

, helping guide and support our talented nursing team while shaping the future of our progressive practice.

What You'll Do

As Lead Nurse, you'll play a key role in:

Supporting, developing and mentoring our nursing team Working closely with our Senior Vet, CNM and fellow nurses Ensuring practice and group policies are upheld Helping create a happy, efficient and collaborative working environment Enjoying full nurse utilisation -- including consults and Schedule 3 procedures Facilitate clinical audits at your site as required within your area of responsibility Organise and carry out 6 monthly PDRs with the members of staff line managed.

Our nursing team includes those with interests in anaesthesia, ECC, behaviour and more--so you'll be surrounded by colleagues who are as passionate about development as you are! You'll also be supported by our fantastic Patient Care Assistants.

What We Offer

(Benefits may vary for fixed-term contracts)

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

RCVS & VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Access to extensive free Linnaeus online CPD

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay & enhanced family leave

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Recruitment referral rewards

Wellness programme

, including: + Employee Assistance Programme
+ Eyecare vouchers
+ Free annual flu jab
+ Cycle to Work scheme

About Avonvale

Avonvale Vets is a group of seven Primary Care practices with over 40 years of experience. With multiple certificate holders in surgery, imaging and medicine, we're committed to investing in our people and helping them develop their clinical passions.


As part of

Linnaeus

, we also champion wellbeing and mental health support, with trained MHFAs across the business and a dedicated confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Ready to Lead With Us?

Join a practice where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported and your wellbeing truly matters.

Apply today or for an informal chat please contact our Talent acquisition area partner Rebecca on Rebecca.coleman@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.


We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk