Head Canine Medicine Nurse

We are looking for a dynamic, motivating, and proactive veterinary nurse to lead our Canine Medicine Nurse team.

The successful candidate in this role will work alongside our Nursing manager, Nursing Management team, head nurse team, and clinician leads to support, develop, and guide the Canine Medicine team in caseload management, nursing care, training and HR whilst still getting to work as a clinical nurse.

The successful candidate will work in our canine medicine ward and dedicated procedures rooms, working alongside renowned specialist clinicians, and a brilliant nursing and animal care assistant team. Our hospital is a multidisciplinary 24-hours hospital, with a dedicated night nursing and animal care assistant team.

The successful candidate will also manage the staff, carrying out regular reviews, performance management, rotas, and supporting progression of the team. The successful candidate will also work closely with our nursing manager, hospital director and clinical leads continuing to develop and progress the Canine medicine department and team. They will also work closely with our head nurse and HR team to work collaboratively across the business and ensure the team are working in line with our policies and procedures.

They would be involved with teaching and supervision of Veterinary and Veterinary Nursing undergraduates on clinical rotations. Flexibility will be necessary as the post will require participation in the OOH rota. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high standard of nursing care, a desire to learn, passion to lead by example, and a capability to work under pressure.

Due to the accountabilities of this role, we are looking for a nurse to work a minimum of 3 days per week, plus weekends, we are flexible to consider part time or full-time applicants. We are looking for a nurse with at least 1-year experience as a qualified nurse and some management experience. Previous experience in a referral environment is desirable but not essential.

Our people are at the heart of what we do and as your employer we want to ensure we offer flexibility, support and staff development, where possible, through:

• 5 weeks holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
• Additional holiday entitlement for Long Service

• On site Mental Wellbeing Champions
• EDI committee
• Employee Forum – to ensure all employees voices can be heard
• Menopause Café
• Wellbeing talks and events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 2 years’ service)

• Simply Health Cashplan membership
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Free Specsavers eye test voucher

• Free onsite parking
• U2 bus service link to Bristol
• Annual CPD allowance
• Employee discount
• Generous pension scheme – we match up to 8% pension contributions
• Reimbursement of one professional membership fee per year

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, don’t delay, click ‘Apply’ and begin your career with Langford Vets.

Closing date: 15th February 2026

Interviews: 24th February 2026

Langford Vets is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The main purpose of the post is to support the smooth operation of the clinical activities within the SAH by assisting with medical procedures, promoting client communication and working within the Terms of the RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct for Nurses. To be responsible for organising and participating in the clinical activities within Canine medicine ward and procedures, line managing the canine medicine nursing team and ACA’s as well as ensuring that H&S policies are adhered to and the area is maintained to a high standard throughout.

The job holder will also liaise closely with the Nursing Manager, Assistant Nursing Manager, and other Head Nurses for sharing support with daily activities.

• To organise the clinical activities within the canine medicine, to include ensuring appropriate support staff and equipment are available. Liaise closely with clinicians to be able to manage and support the daily activities and attend…