Head Vet Nurse - Small Animal

Lead, Inspire, and Thrive in the Heart of Dartford

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Head Veterinary Nurse to join and lead our fantastic team at Easipetcare Dartford. If you’re a confident, compassionate nurse who enjoys developing others and delivering outstanding patient care, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

• Lead, inspire, and develop the nursing and care team.
• Ensure the smooth running of the practice, uphold clinical standards, and support the delivery of the best possible patient care.
• Collaborate with the Lead Vet, Client Care Manager, Practice Manager, and Practice Director as part of the leadership group shaping operations.
• Perform hands‑on clinical work while providing mentorship to Student Veterinary Nurses and VCAs.
• Maintain high standards of infection control, clinical governance, and high team morale.

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with experience managing or supervising a team.
• Organised, proactive, and confident in all aspects of clinical nursing, from anaesthesia and inpatient care to consults and client communication.
• Passionate about creating an environment where both people and patients can thrive.

You are a professional who communicates with warmth and clarity, takes pride in standards, and finds genuine fulfilment in helping others grow.

We’re proud to be part of the IVC Evidensia network, providing access to an industry‑leading learning academy, opportunities to collaborate with clinical professionals across the UK and Europe, and ongoing support for CPD and career progression. At Easipetcare Dartford, we believe that a happy, supported team delivers the best outcomes for patients, clients, and one another.

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
• Private medical insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential helpline.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay.
• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata.
• Certificate support and learning through the IVC Evidensia Academy.
• Access to Vetlexicon and other online resources.
• Opportunities for research funding.
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme and Quality Improvement Programme.
• Professional memberships (VDS cover, RCVS fees).
• Company pension scheme with IVC Evidensia contribution.
• Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility.
• Voluntary benefits and discounts with participating retailers.

40 hours per week, across 4 or 5 days. 1:3 Saturday rota with time given back in lieu.

Up to £38,000 DOE.