Lead Theatre Nurse | Surrey | Referral Hospital
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Salary
£39,500
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Stephanie Hellier
Surrey, United Kingdom
Lead Theatre Supervisor (RVN) – Referral Hospital | Surrey, UK
Lead a busy theatre team in a leading referral hospital while remaining hands-on clinically.
This full-time RVN leadership opportunity offers a weekday-only rota, no weekends or out-of-hours, and a salary of up to £39,500 DOE.
Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career
Are you an experienced RVN looking to progress into a leadership role without losing your clinical involvement?
We are seeking a Lead Theatre Supervisor (RVN) to join a large specialist hospital in Surrey. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of theatre operations, support a highly skilled nursing team, and work alongside recognised veterinary specialists across multiple disciplines.
With a structured Monday-to-Friday schedule and excellent career development opportunities, this role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys leadership, organisation, and delivering outstanding patient care.
The Role
Hours: 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- 8:00am – 5:00pm
- No weekends
- No out-of-hours
As Lead Theatre Supervisor, you will oversee the daily running of the theatre department, ensuring efficient workflow, excellent patient care, and effective team coordination. This is a hands-on role where you'll balance clinical nursing duties with leadership responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day organisation of the theatre department
- Coordinate surgical caseloads and patient flow
- Allocate staffing resources and manage shift planning
- Support and mentor nursing team members
- Maintain exceptional clinical and hygiene standards
- Work closely with wards, diagnostics, reception, and bookings teams
- Resolve operational and clinical challenges efficiently
- Ensure equipment, facilities, and theatre areas are maintained to a high standard
About You
We're looking for a confident and proactive RVN who thrives in a fast-paced referral environment.
Essential Requirements
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- 2–3 years' experience within a multidisciplinary referral hospital
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- High attention to detail
- Professional, compassionate approach to patient care
- Right to work in the UK
Why Join This Team?
You'll become part of a highly respected referral hospital with access to a large team of specialists and experienced veterinary nurses. The practice is committed to supporting career progression through structured learning pathways, CPD, and leadership development.
Benefits
- Salary up to £39,500 DOE
- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Generous CPD allowance and funded external training
- Access to extensive online CPD programmes
- Career progression and leadership development opportunities
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Enhanced sickness pay
Ready to Lead in a Specialist Environment?
If you're an experienced RVN looking to take the next step into leadership while remaining clinically involved, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact me for more details - [email protected] and 01392 793069
Tel: 01392793069
Address:
Surrey, United Kingdom