Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse – Liverpool Ref: 11298
6 days ago 
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Salary
Up to £36k DOE
Company
JHP Recruitment Ltd
Contact
Kameron Powell
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom
A well‑established small animal practice in Liverpool is seeking a Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse to join its growing nursing team. This role supports the Head Nurse in driving clinical standards, efficiency, governance and continuous improvement across the surgery. It’s an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys leadership, thrives on variety and wants to contribute to a positive, forward‑thinking clinical environment.
The Role You’ll work closely with the Head Nurse to support the day‑to‑day running of the nursing team, ensuring high standards of patient care and client service. The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong communication skills, confidence across a varied caseload and a proactive approach to supporting colleagues.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with clinical governance and workflow
- Supporting and mentoring the nursing team
- Helping drive efficiency and continuous improvement
- Contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
- Delivering excellent inpatient, theatre and consulting care
Working Pattern
- Full‑time nurses typically work a 4‑day week
- 9‑hour shifts with a mix of consulting, inpatient and surgical duties
- 1 in 4 weekends
- Duty nights on rotation
- Flexible working options available
The practice is committed to work‑life balance and is happy to discuss alternative patterns to suit individual needs.
Facilities & Equipment The surgery offers extensive, modern facilities including:
- Two operating theatres
- Dental suite
- Digital X‑ray suite
- Handheld dental X‑ray
- Ultrasound equipment
- Separate dog, cat and small animal wards
- Walk‑in kennels
- Dedicated lab
- Isolation unit
- Multiparameter monitors
- Growing exotic caseload
Salary & Benefits A strong benefits package is offered, including:
- Profit share bonus scheme
- Long service recognition
- Income protection
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Compassionate leave
- Retail discounts and rewards
- Overseas charity work opportunities
- CPD allowance
- Health and wellbeing support
This is a great opportunity to step into a leadership role within a supportive, well‑equipped practice that values its nursing team and encourages ongoing development.
To apply or enquire: Kameron [email protected] 01392 248952
Tel: 01392 248952
Address:
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom