Contract: Permanent, Full Time.Hours of work: 40 hours/week - Mon-Fri between 8.00am and 5.00pm.Location: SPCA Wellington (140 Alexandra Rd, Newtown, Wellington)About the role: We are looking for a Head Nurse to join the SPCA Wellington veterinary teamYou will lead a large team of 6 Vet Nurses to ensure that our animals receive the best care and treatment. This role combines clinical leadership with administrative duties in the day to day running of a busy veterinary hospital.We are able to offer the successful applicant a great fully staffed team to work with, a unique environment and an opportunity to further develop and strengthen your nursing and leadership skills.What we can offer youSPCA is a great place to work where some of the benefits include;· A caring team environment· Competitive pay rates· NZVNA membership· CPD allowance and CPD leave· Paid day off for your birthday· Opportunity to work with a devoted team whose core values are about reducing suffering and improving the welfare of the abandoned animals in need.· Work with a team of people who love to share their knowledge and experience in animal welfare, supportive staff with a great sense of humour.· Flexibility for the right applicant will be considered in regard to hours and getting the right fit for the right person.What we need from youOur ideal candidate will:· Be an experienced veterinary nurse with proven clinical and leadership skills· Have the ability to work in a high performance, fast paced environment.· Have excellent communication and time management skills.· Be a self-motivated team member, who is enthusiastic and passionate about animal welfare.· Be a quick thinker who is skilled at multi-tasking and able to prioritise and effectively manage workloads.· Demonstrate empathy and resilience.· Able to lead and support both staff members and volunteers.Who we areSPCA is one of the best loved and most respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872. SPCA Wellington cares for animals that have been lost, abandoned, injured, or abused.If you are interested in a role where no two days are the same, and the work you do every day makes a difference to the lives of animals in need, we want to hear from you! To find out more about us, go here https://www.spca.nz/what-we-do .Please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your skills match the criteria. Applications without a cover letter will NOT be considered.*Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.*If you would like further information, or would just like to have a confidential chat, please contact Emma Passmore, Head Veterinarian, emma.passmore@spca.nz