At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality nursing care and support excellent client experiences in a dynamic veterinary practice.
- Company: Join the UK's number one vet care provider, dedicated to healthier animals and happier owners.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6.8 weeks annual leave, private medical insurance, and a £550 CPD allowance.
- Other info: Clear career pathways and ongoing professional development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Veterinary Nurse with clinical practice experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Avondale Vets on a full-time basis. Our purpose-built practice, located at the Strathaven Rural Centre since 2009, is equipped to provide the highest standard of care to our clients and their pets. Our team includes 2 Clinical Directors, 1 Practice Manager, 18 Veterinary Surgeons specialising in small animal, farm animal, equine and export work, a Head RVN, 2 RVNs, 1 SVN and 9 support staff. We are committed to ongoing professional development, with several vets pursuing advanced qualifications in areas including surgery, orthopaedics and cardiology. We have also invested in laparoscopic surgical equipment and continue to expand our in-house orthopaedic services, including TPLO procedures.
Practice Highlights
- Purpose-built veterinary practice located within the Strathaven Rural Centre
- Diverse caseload across small animal, farm animal, equine and export services
- Laparoscopic surgical equipment
- Expanding in-house orthopaedic services including TPLO procedures
- Strong focus on professional development and advanced qualifications
- Dedicated reception team and pharmacy dispenser support
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first-opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.
Working Pattern
- 38 hours per week
- Two 8:00 am–7:00 pm shifts each week
- Two 8:00 am–5:30 pm shifts each week
- 1 in 4 Saturday rota
General Responsibilities
- Conduct nurse consultations and provide inpatient medical care
- Assist with diagnostic procedures, including cytology and urinalysis
- Undertake dental nursing duties including dental radiography, scaling and polishing
- Utilise and develop a broad range of nursing skills in a supportive clinical environment
- Focus on clinical responsibilities with support from a dedicated reception team and pharmacy dispenser
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:
- Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
- Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
How We’ll Support You
A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment. Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways. Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams. A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement.
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.8 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off
- Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
- Private medical insurance
- Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
- £550 CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave
- Certificate support
- RCVS and VDS fees covered
- Pension scheme
- Discounted veterinary care
- Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum.
Registered Veterinary Nurse in Strathaven employer: Inspiring Vet Care
At Inspiring Vet Care, we pride ourselves on being the UK's leading veterinary provider, where our dedicated team is central to our mission of ensuring healthier animals and happier owners. Located in the purpose-built Avondale Vets at Strathaven Rural Centre, we offer a collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth through ongoing development opportunities, a diverse caseload, and a strong focus on advanced qualifications. With generous benefits including 6.8 weeks of annual leave, a £550 CPD allowance, and a supportive culture, we are committed to creating a rewarding workplace for our Registered Veterinary Nurses.
