Veterinary Practice Manager/Head Veterinary Nurse

Company: USPCA
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Location: Newry
Job Description:

Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026 at 12 noon.

The Ulster Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (USPCA) is Northern Ireland’s leading animal welfare charity. For over 180 years, we have worked to protect animals, prevent cruelty, relieve suffering, and promote kindness across our communities.

We deliver vital services from rescuing and rehabilitating animals to tackling wildlife crime and educating the public. By joining our team, you will help ensure the delivery of high-quality veterinary care and support the organisation’s mission to improve animal welfare across Northern Ireland.

The Practice Manager / Head Veterinary Nurse will play a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the effective clinical, operational, and financial management of the USPCA Animal Hospital. Working in close partnership with the Senior Veterinary Surgeon, the postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership for the veterinary practice. They will ensure excellent clinical standards of animal care, outstanding client experience, efficient and sustainable service delivery and a productive and engaged team environment.

This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on nursing expertise with practice leadership, supporting our dedicated veterinary, nursing and operational teams while helping shape the future of animal welfare services at Northern Ireland’s leading animal welfare charity. If you are passionate about excellent clinical standards, team development, client care and making a real difference for animals in need, apply now – we would love to hear from you.

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Posted: June 16th, 2026