At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team in delivering high-quality, affordable veterinary care.
- Company: Join a not-for-profit veterinary hospital dedicated to community service and pet welfare.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks holiday, CPD funding, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and a positive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in pets' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experienced veterinary nurse with leadership aspirations and a passion for animal care.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are delighted to be preparing for the launch of a brand-new veterinary hospital in Hull, further expanding our services across Yorkshire.
Our new Hull hospital will enable us to provide affordable, high-quality veterinary care to even more pets and their owners across East Yorkshire.
Hull will be set to open its doors in January 2027.
Animal Trust is an independently owned, not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) providing accessible, affordable, high-quality veterinary care.
Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our hospital will offer continuous patient care and emergency services, supporting both our clients and the wider veterinary community.
Our commitment to affordability sets us apart.
With free consultations during the day and £79 out-of-hours consultations, we remove barriers that can prevent pet owners from seeking veterinary advice.
Combined with our transparent packaged pricing, this allows us to see a varied and rewarding caseload, providing excellent opportunities for our clinical teams to develop their skills and experience.
We are seeking a Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the team.
This role is ideally suited to an experienced leader with a passion for both clinical work and leadership.
This is a fantastic opportunity to put your skills and experience into action, playing a key role in growing the hospitals client base and developing the clinical team.
You will support both vets and nurses to deliver the highest standard of affordable veterinary care.
Key role responsibilities
- Able to carry out all aspects of nursing.
- Actively encourage staff development, mentoring and best practice.
- Be experienced in carrying out 1-2-1 meetings with staff members.
- You will be a clinical coach or want to become a clinical coach with support.
- Have experience in rota management or be keen to develop this skillset.
- Happy to oversee clinic compliance such as Health and Safety and RCVS Practice Standards scheme criteria.
- Oversee stock management within the clinic.
- Carry out regular staff meetings.
- Have good commercial awareness with a tenacity to grow caseload, allowing more pets to access great, but affordable healthcare.
Hours
- 40 hours
- 4 day week weekends: 2:9 (TOIL)
Benefits
- 6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays
- CPD funded
- 52 Weeks sickness benefit available
- Employee assistance program
- Enhanced maternity and paternity package
- Contributory pension scheme 4%
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Cycle to work scheme
- Store discounts with Perkbox
- Staff discount (20%)
- E-Car Scheme
- Refer-a-Friend bonus
Lead Veterinary Nurse in Hull employer: Animal Trust
Animal Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality veterinary care in Hull. With a strong focus on employee development, our supportive work culture encourages continuous learning and mentorship, ensuring that our Lead Veterinary Nurse can thrive in their role while making a meaningful impact on the community. Enjoy generous benefits such as 6 weeks of holiday, funded CPD, and a commitment to work-life balance, all within a vibrant and rewarding environment.
