Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse - Hampshire
2 weeks ago 
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Salary
£29,000–£34,000 DOE
Company
JR Veterinary
Contact
Janko Salzwedel
Hampshire, United Kingdom
We’re working with a well-established small animal practice in Hampshire to find an experienced and motivated Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse to join their dedicated nursing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse looking to take the next step in their career, supporting the Head Nurse in leading a busy practice and ensuring clinical excellence across the board.
Full Time | Salary: £29,000–£34,000 DOE | 1 in 4 Weekends
🩺 The Role
As Deputy Head Nurse, you'll play a key role in helping to manage and develop the clinical team, promote best practice, and ensure the highest standards of patient care and client service. You'll also remain hands-on with nursing duties, supporting inpatient care, consultations, and surgical procedures.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment, and enjoy mentoring others, collaborating across the team, and working on a varied caseload – including opportunities to develop further in clinical areas of interest.
⏰ Working Pattern
- 4-day week (9-hour shifts)
- 1 in 4 weekend rota
- Flexible working options considered
We understand the importance of work-life balance, and flexibility can be offered to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a slightly different pattern or specific scheduling requests, we'd love to hear from you.
💡 What We’re Looking For
- RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse
- At least 2 years’ experience in a clinical role
- Leadership or mentoring experience (or ambition to develop into this)
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Passion for delivering high standards in patient care and customer service
- Confidence working across a diverse caseload, including exotics (optional)
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- Profit share bonus scheme
- CPD allowance + professional development opportunities
- Income protection cover
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Compassionate leave support
- Long service recognition
- Employee retail discounts (via Boost)
- Health and wellbeing support (Help at Hand)
- Discounted veterinary treatment
- Opportunities to support overseas charity work
🏥 Facilities & Equipment
- The surgery is purpose-built and well-equipped with:
- Two operating theatres
- Dental suite and handheld dental x-ray
- Digital x-ray, ultrasound, and multiparameter monitors
- Separate wards for dogs, cats, and small animals
- Walk-in kennels, isolation unit, and a dedicated lab
- Growing exotic caseload
This is a great opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking team that is committed to high-quality care and continuous improvement. If you're ready for the next step in your nursing career and want to be part of a supportive, passionate team — we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Get in touch today to apply or find out more.
Call - 01392 719 887 | Email - [email protected]
Tel: 01392719887
Address:
Hampshire, United Kingdom