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.
