Registered Veterinary Nurse / RVN Reproduction Manager

Registered Veterinary Nurse / RVN Reproduction Manager An exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to combine leadership with hands-on clinical work, supporting a specialist canine breeding programme while maintaining exceptional clinical and welfare standards. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Veterinary Nurse Team Leader, Senior Veterinary Nurse, Clinical Veterinary Nurse, Breeding Programme Nurse, Canine Reproduction Nurse SALARY: 35,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits (see below) LOCATION: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, West Midlands TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week between 8am and 6pm, with weekend working on a rotational basis JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse / RVN Reproduction Manager to join a specialist on-site veterinary and breeding environment, combining team leadership with clinical veterinary nursing duties. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse / RVN Reproduction Manager you will lead a dedicated canine reproduction team, ensuring ethical, compliant and high-quality breeding practices while supporting the delivery of clinical services across the wider veterinary function. The Registered Veterinary Nurse / RVN Reproduction Manager will play a pivotal role in optimising conception rates and litter outcomes, working closely with veterinary surgeons, colleagues and external partners to continually enhance the breeding programme. DUTIES Your duties as the Registered Veterinary Nurse / RVN Reproduction Manager include: Team Leadership and Management: Leading and supporting on-site canine reproduction specialists to maximise quality, efficiency and outcomes Clinical Veterinary Nursing: Delivering high standards of clinical care including examinations, diagnostics and treatment Reproductive Programme Oversight: Managing all aspects of matings, reproductive laboratory activity and associated procedures Laboratory and Diagnostic Testing: Carrying out cytology, blood progesterone testing and accurate interpretation of results Ultrasound and Reproduction Techniques: Developing and maintaining ultrasound scanning and reproduction-related skills Compliance and Governance: Ensuring all activity meets RCVS standards, ethical guidelines, health and safety and welfare requirements Training and Development: Supporting training, CPD and performance review for staff involved in reproduction activities Stakeholder Engagement: Working collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and external partners Data and Record Management: Maintaining accurate, up-to-date documentation to inform and optimise the breeding programme CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification Proven experience in a veterinary clinical environment Previous experience managing or supervising a team Experience of rota planning and maintaining clinical standards Knowledge of small animal practice and laboratory processes Confident IT skills including Microsoft Office and veterinary practice systems Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively A valid UK or EU driving licence, or ability to fulfil the role without one Eligibility to work in the UK DESIRABLE Experience of canine reproduction or breeding programmes Experience with ultrasonography and laboratory operations A management or leadership qualification or equivalent BENEFITS Generous annual leave: 26 days rising to 28 days after three years, plus bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support Wellbeing Buddies offering confidential peer support Menopause Champions providing dedicated guidance and resources Cycle-to-work scheme with a wide range of bike options Eye care vouchers for free tests and VDU glasses contributions Hearing tests for colleagues working in kennel environments Discounts and cashback across retail, supermarkets, travel and more Pension scheme with employer matching plus 2%, up to 9% employer contribution Life assurance at four times salary, with options to increase cover Flexible benefits allowance (3% of salary) for gym memberships, health plans, dental insurance, travel insurance, critical illness cover, additional life assurance and the option to buy or sell annual leave As this role requires an Enhanced Disclosure check the start date for the successful candidate will only be confirmed upon receipt of the check. The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom they work. They expect all of their employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment. Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early. APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14190 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, West Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD-IN-SPJ TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-12-15