Head Veterinary Nurse in Thrapston

At Inspiring Vet Care, we believe that great veterinary care starts with great people. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we're proud to be trusted with the care of over 2 million animals across the UK. Every day, we're working towards our shared purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We're now looking for a passionate and approachable Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly, close-knit team at Sampson Park Vets in Thrapston.

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who loves being a hands-on nurse but is also ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. You'll play an important part in shaping the day-to-day running of the practice, supporting your colleagues and helping create an environment where both people and patients feel cared for.

We're ideally looking for someone to join us full-time, but we understand that everyone has different commitments, so we're very happy to explore flexible working arrangements for the right person.

Whether you're an experienced Head Nurse looking for a new challenge or an ambitious RVN ready to take that next step, we'd love to hear from you!

How You’ll Make a Difference

As our Head Nurse, you'll be a key part of the practice leadership team, helping everything run smoothly while continuing to enjoy the clinical side of nursing.

You'll help coordinate the daily flow of the practice, from diaries and consultations to procedures and inpatient care, making sure our patients receive the best possible care and our team feels supported throughout the day.

You'll lead and support a small team of RVN, VCA and reception colleagues, encouraging everyone to bring their best, share ideas and feel confident in their roles.

We're looking for someone who leads with kindness, communicates openly and understands the importance of building a positive team culture. Someone who is approachable, supportive and happy to roll up their sleeves and get involved.

You won't be doing it alone, either! You'll have the support of an experienced network of Head Nurses across the wider Sampson Park group, alongside guidance from your Director of Practice. It's a great opportunity to develop your own leadership skills while making a genuine difference to the team around you.

Working Pattern

We know that a good work-life balance matters, so we're happy to be flexible where we can.

The clinical side of things

Although leadership will be an important part of your role, you'll still be very much involved in nursing and supporting our patients. Your responsibilities will include:

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We're looking for a confident and caring Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and wants to help others grow. You'll ideally bring:

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

What We Offer Our Team

Joining Sampson Park Vets means becoming part of a supportive team where your ideas are valued, your development matters and you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference. We want our Head Nurse to feel proud of the practice, supported in their role and excited about what we can achieve together.

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you've been looking for, we'd really love to hear from you. We would be delighted to have a conversation and tell you more about our team and what makes Sampson Park Vets a special place to work.

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.