Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

You’ll step into a varied nursing position at a well-established practice that’s been part of the Bishopbriggs community for years. Working 40 hours per week on a mix of early, mid, and late shifts, plus a manageable 1:4 Saturday rota (9am–1pm with time off in lieu), you’ll be integral to the clinical team delivering high-quality first opinion small animal care. The practice is easily accessible by rail, car, and bus from Glasgow, and benefits from excellent facilities including separate cat and dog wards, a dedicated theatre, ultrasound, radiography, and an in-house dental suite with a satellite branch in Chryston.

You’ll work alongside experienced veterinary surgeons and a collaborative team where your input genuinely matters. This is a 12-month fixed-term position, ideal if you’re looking for a defined commitment in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing support in theatre, assisting veterinary surgeons with surgical procedures
• Take full responsibility for inpatient care and monitoring
• Conduct nurse consultations with clients and patients
• Contribute to clinical standards and patient care protocols within the practice
• Support the ongoing development and improvement of nursing practice
• Work as a collaborative member of the primary care team across the two-site practice

Requirements

• Current RCVS registration as a Veterinary Nurse
• Clinical practice experience with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and effective workload management
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous professional improvement

Contract Type

This is a 12-month fixed-term position.

Benefits

• 6.8 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off, with increasing allowance based on length of service
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave for professional development
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Certificate support for professional qualifications
• Enhanced family-friendly policies: maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to hundreds of retailer discounts and cashback
• Clear career pathways into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership, clinical supervisor, mentor, and certificate holder roles

About the Practice

Bishopbriggs Veterinary Centre is a long-established primary care practice serving the Glasgow area with a reputation for friendly, compassionate care and strong team values. Owned by IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals, the centre benefits from significant investment in clinical facilities and professional development.

The practice is equipped with modern consult rooms, a dedicated theatre, laboratory, radiography and ultrasound equipment, and an in-house dental suite. With a sister branch in Chryston featuring a dedicated dental facility, you’ll have access to a wider network of resources and colleagues. IVC Evidensia’s commitment to supporting careers at every stage means clear progression opportunities, investment in learning and innovation, and a values-led culture centred on care and continuous improvement.