Ready to step into a leadership role with genuine support? This Deputy Head RVN position offers the chance to develop clinical and leadership skills within a collaborative, values-led team, with no out-of-hours work after 7pm and a 1-in-5 weekend rota.
1-in-5 weekend rota; no out-of-hours work after 7pm
Join Rufford Vets in Southport as a Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse on a full-time basis (part-time applications considered). This is a genuine step up the nursing career ladder within a forward-thinking, supportive team where you'll influence clinical standards and develop both clinically and as a leader. You'll work 4 or 5 day weeks with shifts between 7:00am and 9:00pm, a 1-in-5 weekend rota, and importantly, no out-of-hours work after 7:00pm.
You'll be primarily based at the Southport site with occasional opportunities to support sister branches in Rufford and Tarleton. The practice cares for a wide range of patients including dogs, cats, rabbits, avian and exotic species, alongside a busy emergency caseload. You'll work within a friendly, collaborative team with a strong focus on gold-standard patient care and excellent client service.
Rufford Veterinary Group is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals. The practice provides a high-quality first opinion service supported by advanced diagnostics and procedures. IVC Evidensia is committed to supporting staff development and wellbeing, creating environments where teams can grow in confidence, capability and fulfilment at every career stage.
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