Registered Veterinary Nurse

VC Evidensia UK; Perth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate Nurse Programme

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD allowance

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Discounted veterinary care

Birthday leave

Job summary

Fair City Vets in Perth is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our clinical team on a full-time basis. You’ll deliver high‑quality nursing care, support surgical procedures and provide excellent client experiences across our three Crieff, Perth (Fair City), and Auchterarder sites.

You’ll work 40 hours per week with a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota and no out-of-hours or on-call requirements. Join a supportive team dedicated to development and continuous improvement in a primary care

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience in clinical practice, with confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Good organisational abilities and workload management
• Proactive learning and continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care across a range of small animal cases
• Assist with clinical procedures and surgical support
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care
• Manage nurse consultations and appointments
• Deliver client education and preventative healthcare advice
• Mentor and support junior nursing staff and students

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

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 Fair City Vets on a full-timebasis.

Our three well-established sites in Crieff, Perth (Fair City), and Auchterarder each have strong community ties and unique strengths. We are proud to offer advanced veterinary services including laparoscopy, ultrasonography, dental radiography (IM3), in-house lab testing, radiography, and laser therapy.

Our dedicated team includes three vets and two RVNs supported by a fantastic reception team. We are passionate about continuous professional development, encouraging specialisation, and supporting clinical progression at all levels.

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

• 40 hours per week
• 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota
• No OOH or on-call

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care across a wide range of small animal cases
• Assist with clinical procedures and surgical support
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care
• Manage nurse consultations and appointments
• Deliver client education and preventative healthcare advice
• Work collaboratively with the wider clinical team to ensure excellent patient outcomes
• Maintain a positive and supportive team environment
• Mentor and support junior nursing staff and student nurses in their development

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
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development 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

• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• 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 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Fair City Vets, Perth

32 York Place, Perth, PH2 8EH, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.