We have an exciting position available for a Head Nurse to join our friendly and progressive small animal veterinary practice in leafy Twickenham. You will be leading the nursing team at the practice. Your day-to-day duties include ensuring the smooth running of the clinical day, overseeing and running of nurse consults, anaesthesia, supporting our Clinical Director and Practice Manager, and general support and development of the practice. You will help to grow and develop the nursing team and manage the rota including return to work and holiday requests.
You will see a varied SA caseload. We encourage growth and development both individually and collectively within our team. We would welcome CPD requests to fund certificates and other additional learning and skill development. You will ideally be a clinical coach our be open to become one.
Fix or flex – work life balance that works for you
This is a full-time working Monday to Friday with no weekends and no OOH. Shifts are usually 8 am – 4:30 pm or 11 am – 7:30 pm. We are happy to consider flexible working patterns and part-time applicants.
Our Practice
At Twickenham Veterinary Surgery, we're not just a workplace, we're a community. Situated in the vibrant town of Twickenham, we're surrounded by charming cafes, restaurants, and parks. Our practice boasts excellent facilities, including digital X-ray, ultrasound, multiparameter monitor, endoscope, laser, and a dedicated nurse's consulting room. We take immense pride in the quality of our work and the care we provide to our beloved patients.
We Care, Always
Joining our dedicated team, you'll be surrounded by five experienced Vets. Our team also includes a passionate group of four full-time Vet Nurses, three part-time Vet Nurses, one Student Nurse, one training ANA, and 4 full-time supporting team members. We prioritise customer care and team well-being, placing them at the top of our priority list. Our friendly and down-to-earth team thrives on customer delight, working closely with local animal charities to make a positive impact. We foster a no-blame culture, encouraging open discussions on cases and constantly striving to improve our protocols.
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 base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leaveAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice