Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia UK; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 27,900 - 34,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off

Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

IVC Evidensia UK is seeking an enthusiastic full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team at Provost Vet Group in St Andrews, Scotland. The role requires registration with the RCVS and experience in clinical practice. Responsibilities include nurse consultations, theatre work, and inpatient care. The position offers a variety of benefits including enhanced annual leave, private medical insurance, and a supportive work environment, with a salary of up to £31,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nurse consultations.
• Perform theatre work.
• Provide inpatient care.
• Carry out diagnostic imaging.
• Manage Schedule 3 procedures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive learning approach

Clinical and surgical nursing

Education

Registered as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Provost Vet Group on a full-time basis.

Our modern, purpose‑built surgery is located in the beautiful seaside town of St Andrews with 2 branches in the local area. The practice is well‑equipped with high standard facilities including 2 surgical theatres, dental suite, digital and dental x‑ray, endoscopy, Imotek ultrasound machine and in‑house lab. We have designated cat, dog and isolation wards and we are proud to be a Cat Friendly Clinic. Further certification and career progression can be supported.

St. Andrews is a seaside town north‑east of Edinburgh, on Scotland’s east coast. It’s known for its many golf courses, including the Old Course, and for its historic university, medieval streets and gorgeous traditional buildings.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

Responsibilities

• Nurse consults
• Theatre work
• Inpatient care
• Diagnostic imaging
• Schedule 3 procedures

Qualifications

• 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

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• 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 24hrs paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you – including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Up to £31,000 DOE