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 you've also worked in the following roles, we'd 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.
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14190
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