Veterinary Nurse Team Leader

About the Role

This Veterinary Nurse Team Leader role at PDSA Gillingham is a chance to support a charity that provides vital veterinary care for pets whose owners are facing financial hardship. It is a full-time, 12 month temporary position working 37.5 hours per week.

You will support the Head Nurse by leading part of the nursing team, helping to keep the hospital running smoothly and making a real difference to pets and owners in the local community. The role brings together clinical leadership, team support and day-to-day coordination in a busy, purpose-led environment.

You will also help embed Pet Wellbeing services across the hospital, with a focus on prevention, education and proactive healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Nurse by leading part of the nursing team.
• Manage Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants working in theatre, inpatient care and consults.
• Coordinate the day-to-day workflow through the hospital.
• Encourage appropriate financial contributions from clients.
• Help maintain high standards of hospital hygiene, cleanliness and equipment.
• Coach colleagues, give clear feedback and lead by example in clinical standards and client care.
• Deputise for the Head Nurse when needed.
• Support the rollout of Pet Wellbeing services across the hospital.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm, strong performance and a real commitment to teamwork.
• Great customer service skills.
• A confident and supportive leadership style.
• Experience of coaching others and giving clear feedback.
• Comfort working in a busy, purpose-led environment.

Benefits

• Salary of £34,020 to £34,987 per annum.
• 37.5 hours per week, full-time temporary contract for 12 months.
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance and individual circumstances.
• CPD allowance of three days and £500 per year.
• Full RCVS fees paid.
• Access to internal CPD programmes, plus discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show.
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to five extra days.
• Three paid special days off each year, including Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day.
• Pension contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
• Life assurance worth four times annual salary.
• AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 wellbeing support.
• Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts through the Fetch benefits platform.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• 10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance and access to staff veterinary services.

About the Practice

PDSA Gillingham is described as a highly collaborative and effective hospital, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, case discussion and shared learning. The team has varied clinical interests, giving you access to a broad pool of knowledge and experience.

The Pet Hospitals are modern and well equipped, with separate dog and cat kennelling facilities, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment.