Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Fair City Veterinary Group; Crieff; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Crieff is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Nurse to deliver high-quality nursing care. You will assist with clinical procedures, manage nursing appointments, and mentor junior staff. The role offers a competitive salary up to £35,000, 6.8 weeks annual leave, and various wellbeing and professional development benefits.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

CPD Allowance

6.8 weeks annual leave

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse with excellent clinical skills.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and enhancing client relationships.
• Experience mentoring SVNs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical procedures and provide pre- and post-operative care.
• Manage nursing appointments and support client education.
• Mentor junior nursing staff to develop their skills.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Role Overview

As a Small Animal Veterinary Nurse with us, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality nursing care across a range of cases. Your responsibilities will include assisting with clinical procedures, providing pre- and post-operative care, managing nursing appointments, and supporting client education. You will be part of a collaborative team, contributing to a positive working environment and ensuring the best outcomes for our patients and their owners. Mentoring junior nursing staff and helping to develop their skills will also be a valued part of this role.

Why Join Crieff & Fair City?

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

Working Hours

This full-time position involves working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with the option of a 4 or 5 day working week.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse with excellent clinical skills
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and enhancing client relationships
• Experience mentoring SVNs is desirable

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive, growth-focused work environment, where you’ll have a significant impact on our operations and client experience. In addition to a competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave
• Additional time off for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• CPD Allowance
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider
• Infection prevention and control programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS Cover
• RCVS Fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care

Up to £35,000 per annum