About the Role
This is a full-time temporary position offering you the chance to step into nursing leadership within a purpose-driven, modern hospital setting. You’ll work a varied shift pattern across 37.5 hours per week, supporting work-life balance whilst contributing to a busy, collaborative environment where every decision impacts pet welfare and owner care.
PDSA Nottingham is a highly effective, well-equipped hospital with separate dog and cat kennelling, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. You’ll be leading a team of Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants, supporting theatre work, inpatient care and clinical consultations. The hospital culture emphasises teamwork, case discussion and shared learning—a place where varied clinical interests and collaborative problem-solving are the norm.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage part of the nursing team, supporting the Head Nurse to deliver efficient, professional and caring services aligned with PDSA policies
- Manage Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants across theatre support, inpatient care and consultation delivery
- Coordinate day-to-day hospital workflow, ensuring smooth operation and timely case progression
- Maintain and enforce high standards of hospital hygiene, cleanliness and equipment management
- Coach team members, provide clear feedback and lead by example in clinical standards and client care
- Deputise for the Head Nurse when required, stepping into senior clinical leadership responsibilities
- Embed Pet Wellbeing services across the hospital, fostering a culture of prevention, education and proactive healthcare
- Work with clients to encourage appropriate financial contributions and explain treatment options
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with strong clinical knowledge and experience
- Demonstrated team leadership capability or clear potential to lead effectively
- Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach
- Strong customer service mindset and commitment to animal welfare
- Ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Enthusiasm for professional development and continuous improvement
- Willingness to embrace varied shift patterns and flexible working arrangements
Benefits
- Salary: £32,220–£35,582 per annum
- Professional Development: 3 days’ CPD plus £500 annual allowance; full RCVS fees covered; access to extensive internal CPD programmes and discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
- Holiday & Time Off: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days; 3 paid special days annually (Volunteering Day, Celebration Day, Wellbeing Day)
- Pension & Protection: Generous pension scheme with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%; life assurance providing 4× annual salary
- Wellbeing: AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support; flexible working options tailored to individual circumstances
- Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Additional Perks: 10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance; access to staff veterinary services; retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts via Fetch benefits platform
About the Practice
PDSA Nottingham is part of the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals, a charity with over a century of history providing vital veterinary care to pets of people in financial hardship. The hospital is modern, well-equipped and staffed by collaborative, supportive teams with diverse clinical interests and a genuine commitment to both animal welfare and human connection.
PDSA is actively expanding its reach to support more families and pets, creating a forward-focused organisation that values diversity, inclusion and flexible working. The workplace culture emphasises people-focused management, meaningful work and the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.
