Lead Referral Registered Veterinary Nurse

We’re seeking a driven and experienced Veterinary Nurse to lead our affordable, specialist-led referral soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery service at Ellesmere Port Hospital. This role is ideal for a passionate RVN with advanced surgical experience and strong leadership qualities seeking a rewarding and varied caseload. Working an attractive 4-day week with no weekends, the right candidate will benefit from an excellent work–life balance. In this position, you will be responsible for nurturing and supporting a team of referral RVNs while helping to grow and develop the referral side of the business. You will play a key role in case management protocols, maintaining high clinical standards, supporting professional development within the team, and driving service excellence. This is a hands-on clinical role. You will work closely with our surgical veterinary team, which includes surgical specialists (Diploma holders) and RCVS Advanced Practitioners in Small Animal Surgery. You will have time off your clinical rota to support your management responsibilities. We perform a wide variety of advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures including (but not limited to) TPLOs, fracture repairs, thoracic surgery, BOAS surgery, portosystemic shunts, and more. A good understanding of the needs of these patients is essential; however, further support and learning opportunities will be available for the right candidate.