At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of equine nurses and ensure top-notch patient care.
- Company: Join RVC Equine, a leading equine hospital with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and free gym membership.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and opportunities for professional development await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in equine healthcare while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must have experience in an equine hospital and strong team leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 36230 - 44828 £ per year.
Salary £36,230 to £44,828 (Grade 4/5) per annum including London weighting and out of hours supplement.
Employment Type: Permanent / Full Time.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Reference: CSS-SPEC-0127-26.
Role Summary
Deputy Head Equine Veterinary Nurse position at RVC Equine, a leading equine hospital. This role supports the leadership of nursing and technical staff, ensures high standards of patient care, oversees compliance with legislation, and collaborates with specialist teams in medicine, surgery, and diagnostics.
Responsibilities
- Support the Head Nurse in managing a team of qualified RVNs, nursing apprentices and equine technicians.
- Assist in the delivery of exemplary nursing care and facilitate a positive learning environment for trainees and students.
- Identify areas for continuous improvement of services, implement and review policies and procedures, and support clinical compliance.
- Participate in shift patterns including out of hours, bank holidays and weekends.
Qualifications
- Positive can-do attitude, strong team leadership skills.
- Experience working in a busy Equine Hospital or practice.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team.
Benefits
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga, Pilates).
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Free in-house and funded external CPD.
- Childcare vouchers.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Equality Statement
We promote equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Equine Deputy Head Nurse in Potters Bar employer: Royal Veterinary College
At the Royal Veterinary College, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Located near Potters Bar, our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our competitive benefits package, which includes generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and onsite gym membership, ensuring our team members thrive both personally and professionally.
