Deputy Head Nurse – Progressive Small Animal Practice | Portsmouth Area
Join a Growing Team | Flexible Working | Professional Development
We’re seeking a dedicated Deputy Head Nurse to join a dynamic nursing team at a busy and expanding small animal practice near Portsmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated RVN who thrives on variety and wants to play a key role in supporting clinical excellence and team development.
About the Role
As Deputy Head Nurse, you will assist the Head Nurse in ensuring the smooth running, efficiency, and continuous improvement of clinical services. You’ll be hands-on, supporting colleagues across a broad and varied caseload that includes consulting, inpatient care, and surgical duties.
Excellent communication and a collaborative spirit are essential, as is a passion for professional growth—our team embraces continuous learning with excellent development opportunities.
Working Hours & Flexibility
- Full-time role, typically 4 days per week (9-hour shifts) to support a healthy work-life balance
- Weekend rota is 1-in-4
- Flexible working patterns available—open to discussing arrangements that suit your lifestyle
- Competitive salary of up to £34k DOE
- Enhanced maternity pay and compassionate leave
- Staff discounts and wellbeing support
- CPD allowance with ongoing training support
- Opportunities for overseas charity work
- Exclusive retail discounts
- And more!
This well-equipped practice features:
- Two operating theatres and a dental suite with digital and handheld dental X-ray
- Ultrasound facilities
- Separate wards for dogs, cats, and small animals, plus walk-in kennels and an isolation unit
- Dedicated lab and advanced monitoring equipment
- Growing exotic caseload
Interested?
If you’re ready to take on a leadership role where you can grow professionally and support a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8744 0649 or email sophie@lloydandcowan.com
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