Head Veterinary Nurse

OverviewLady Dane veterinary Centre has an exciting opportunity for a permanent small animal Head Veterinary Nurse to join our well-established practices in Faversham and Whitstable, Kent. You will be working with our team of 3 full-time vets, 3 RVNs, 4 receptionists and a practice manager who is also clinically trained. Your focus will be to manage all aspects of leading our nursing team and to ensure excellent teamwork, motivation and the highest levels of clinical and patient care.ResponsibilitiesLead the nursing team and support team and project development, rosters, appraisals, managing nurse performance, stock control, bi-annual stock takes, develop and maintain SOPs, budgets, health and safety and practice standards.Attend out-of-practice meetings monthly with the company (car is ideal).QualificationsStrong interpersonal, organisational, communication, and decision-making skills with a comprehensive background in veterinary nursing.A clinical coach qualification is desirable but not essential.Previous experience of leading puppy parties is ideal.Working hoursThe position is full-time with hours from 08:00 to 18:30, 4 days a week and 1 in 4 Saturdays from 08:00–16:00.About Us / Practice DetailsOur well-equipped practices have digital radiography, endoscopy, ultrasound, Doppler, in-house IDEXX laboratories, multiparameter machines, tonometry and dental X-ray. The practices are located 13 minutes' drive apart. Whitstable site is a 2-minute walk from the beach front with easy access to the town centre, train station and Thanet Way. Whitstable is known for its novelty shops and its Oyster festival. Faversham is a large purpose-built centre with easy links to the Thanet Way and nearby town centre restaurants.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysPrivate Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)CPD allowance (£550) with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate support and learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon; opportunity to apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement ProgrammeRCVS fees covered; VDS coverCompany pension scheme with employer contributionCycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility criteria apply)Discounts on pet care and access to voluntary benefits and retailer discounts #J-18808-Ljbffr