Veterinary Nurse

Location Glasgow
Discipline: Veterinary Nurses
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £31,000
Contact name: Niamh Fanthorpe

Contact email: Niamh@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3835
Published: 17 days ago

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Full-Time – Glasgow (West Area)

We’re working with a well-established, independent-minded small animal practice located in the west of Glasgow. This friendly, community-focused team is now looking to welcome a Registered Veterinary Nurse to their growing practice.

The team takes pride in offering high-quality, personalised care to a loyal client base — many of whom have been with them for years. You’ll be joining a supportive and inclusive environment where nurses are valued and given the opportunity to fully utilise their skills across all areas of practice life.

The Role

  • Full-time permanent position – 5-day week with 8-hour shifts

  • 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday off in lieu)

  • No Sundays or OOH – promoting a healthy work-life balance

  • Varied nursing role with involvement in consults, inpatient care, theatre, and nurse clinics

  • Encouraged to take ownership of cases and build strong client relationships

Ideal Candidate

  • RCVS-registered RVN

  • Strong communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude

  • Keen to work collaboratively as part of a small, dedicated team

  • Comfortable in a busy GP environment and passionate about excellent patient care

  • Experience is welcome, but confident recent grads are also encouraged to apply

Benefits

As part of a larger veterinary group, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Salary: Up to £31,000 (depending on experience)

  • 6 weeks paid holiday, including bank holidays

  • Annual CPD allowance with support for further training

  • RCVS and VDS fees covered, plus one additional membership

  • Health Shield – contributions towards dental, optical, physio, and wellbeing support

  • Enhanced parental leave – maternity, paternity, adoption, shared leave

  • Staff discount on veterinary services

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Employee discount platform for shopping, travel, entertainment & more

This is an excellent opportunity for an RVN who enjoys working in a welcoming, down-to-earth team with a genuine focus on patient care. If you’re ready for your next move and looking for a practice that values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential chat.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8744 0649 or email niamh@lloydandcowan.com

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