Deputy Head Nurse

What we’re looking for

We’re on the lookout for a Deputy Head Nurse to join our nursing team at The Vet Southampton! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team, dedicated to consistently delivering exceptional clinical care and customer service. This role assists the Head Nurse in driving the efficiency, effectiveness, governance and continuous improvement of the clinical activities within the surgery. Our ideal candidate will be a team player - keen to get stuck in and support their colleagues. You’ll have excellent communication skills and thrive on a varied caseload! We’re big on continuous learning and we’re looking for someone who wants to take full advantage of the fabulous professional development opportunities we have to offer.     

Benefits:

To attract and retain the best in the business, we offer a great range of benefits, including:

• Profit share bonus scheme 
• Long service recognition 
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity pay 
• Compassionate leave
• Discounts 
• Overseas charity work
• Boost retail discounts and rewards 
• CPD allowance 
• Help at Hand health and wellbeing support

A little more about us at The Vet Southampton

You'll get to work in our purpose-built, modern veterinary practice with the most fantastic facilities and a team who are all passionate about providing the very best care to all animals, day and night. Our colleagues have a broad range of specialities and many of our team are working towards certificates to enhance their clinical skills and the services we’re able to provide.

Being part of The Pet Vet family

We’re part of the UK’s largest, independent, family-owned veterinary group with a nationwide presence. We offer exceptional care in the local communities we serve, helping pets to live long, happy and healthy lives with their families.

Our state-of-the-art surgeries are purpose-built, light and spacious and equipped with the latest technology. We’re committed to creating an environment that offers exceptional clinical care and where our colleagues love to work, our patients are calm and our customers feel assured.

We’re continually investing in developing our growing team and there's never been a better time to join us!

Interested?

We’re so glad to hear it and look forward to receiving your application! Please send this to Alix Longhurst - Area Manager (alix.longhurst@thevet.co.uk). Please don't hesitate to get in touch with Alix if you'd like to have an informal chat about this role.