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Head Veterinary Nurse
Cherry Tree Vets, High Wycombe, South East
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time
Up to £35,000 DOE
Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step into a leadership role? We are looking for a motivated, proactive and confident RVN to join Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice as our Head Veterinary Nurse.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare, high-quality nursing care, and supporting a small, close-knit team to thrive, especially if you’re ready for an exciting challenge.
Your role in the team
This is a hands-on nursing role combined with responsibility for leading the nursing function within the practice. You will play a vital role in both clinical work and the day-to-day running of the practice, ensuring high standards of care, smooth clinical operations and a positive team culture.
You will continue to be actively involved in theatre, anaesthesia, inpatient care and nurse clinics, while also providing guidance, structure and support to the nursing team. Your voice will be valued, and you will work closely with the vets and Practice Manager to maintain and develop clinical standards across the practice.
Although your main base will be Cherry Tree, you’ll also benefit from being part of a larger support network across our sister practices and the wider IVC Evidensia group.
About the role
Your key responsibilities will include leading and managing the nursing team while supporting the vets with the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. You will oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships, as well as ensure equipment is properly maintained and that all regulatory and clinical compliance standards are met.
A strong focus will be placed on supporting staff performance, development, and high clinical standards, while actively encouraging best practice and fostering a positive, supportive, and collaborative team culture.
Work schedule
This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, with flexible rota options available, either five days of eight hours or four days of ten hours. The role is designed with built-in flexibility to support a healthy work–life balance and offers a varied opportunity that combines leadership responsibilities with hands-on nursing.
About Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice
Cherry Tree Vets is a thriving small animal practice located in the charming village of Lane End. Housed in a beautiful 1900s building that has been our home for over 10 years, the practice offers a calm, community-focused environment while being equipped with modern facilities including digital and dental X-ray and ultrasound.
We pride ourselves on being a trusted part of the local community and on delivering compassionate, high-quality care. As part of the IVC Evidensia group, we benefit from the support and opportunities of a large organisation while maintaining the feel of a friendly, close-knit village practice.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse with strong general practice experience who is confident, organised, and proactive in their leadership approach. You will be passionate about delivering high standards of nursing care and animal welfare, and comfortable supporting and guiding a small team. The ideal candidate will also be keen to continue developing both clinically and professionally.
Why join us?
This role offers the chance to step into leadership while remaining clinically hands-on, build strong relationships with clients and colleagues, and shape the nursing standards of a well-loved village practice.
Because of 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 of up to £35,000 DOE, you will benefit from:
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
Your birthday as a paid day off
Increasing holiday allowance with length of service
Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance
Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
Certificate support
Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Access to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia provider
Research funding available for all vets and nurses
Infection Prevention and Control Programme
Quality Improvement Programme
Professional memberships
VDS cover
RCVS fees
Additional benefits
Company pension scheme with employer contribution
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Discounted staff pet care
Cherry Tree Vets, High Wycombe
Stone House, High Street, Lane End, HP14 3ER, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Lovell Varcoe from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.