Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a leading veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for small animals and exotic species. This full-time role offers a diverse caseload, allowing you to grow professionally while working in a supportive environment. With opportunities for ongoing education and a commitment to work-life balance, you will enjoy 6.8 weeks of annual leave, private medical insurance, and a generous CPD allowance. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Access to discounts/cashback

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in small animal care and exotic referrals.
• Ability to perform consultations and surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to small animals and exotics.
• Assist in surgeries and emergency care across multiple locations.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Emergency Care

Surgery

Client Communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse Qualification

Tools

Veterinary Software

Job description

Find your future

At Lawrie Vet Group, we are passionate about providing exceptional care to small animals and exotic referrals. As a close-knit, dedicated team, we believe in working together to deliver the best service for our patients and clients. We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team, working across all of our practice sites. As a leading small animal practice with an established exotic referral service, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding care to a diverse range of patients.

We're experiencing growing demand, and in response, we're expanding! In 2026, we will be relocating our Cumbernauld practice to a more hospital-style setting, offering more advanced facilities and services. Additionally, we are excited to be opening a new practice in Boness, providing a fresh opportunity for our team to grow and evolve.

Why Lawrie Vet Group?

As a small yet thriving practice, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build within our team and with our clients. Our work is about more than just treating animals - it's about making a difference in their lives and delivering compassionate, high-quality care. Whether it's a routine check-up for a beloved pet or complex treatment for an exotic species, every day is different, and that's what makes our work so rewarding.

What you'll be stepping into

In this role, you'll gain valuable experience across both small animal care and exotic referrals, offering a diverse caseload that promotes professional growth. You'll be involved in consultations, surgery, and emergency care, allowing you to develop a broad skill set. With the opportunity to work across multiple practice locations, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment and exposure to a wide range of cases. Our supportive, close-knit team is dedicated to providing the highest standards of care, fostering collaboration, ongoing education, and a positive workplace culture where your expertise is appreciated.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday with weekend cover on a rota basis.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

Certificate support

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice