Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Vet Record Careers; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Ayrshire seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a 12-month contract. This role offers flexible hours, supportive team dynamics, and a commitment to work-life balance, alongside competitive annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated to animal care.
• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Ability to work in a multi-site role.

Responsibilities

• Join a supportive team providing high standards of patient care.
• Participate in a flexible working schedule for work-life balance.
• Contribute to both medical and surgical services.

Skills

Compassion

Motivated

Dedication

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the friendly and supportive team at MBM Vets on a 12 month fixed term contract.

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated, and dedicated nurse to join our Small Animal team. In return, we offer excellent clinical support, a strong focus on career development, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.

This is a multi-site role, working across our three Small Animal practices located in Kilmarnock, Beith, and Mauchline.

About MBM Vets

MBM Veterinary Group is a long-established, forward-thinking practice situated in the scenic region of Ayrshire, close to the coast and with convenient transport links to Glasgow and Central Scotland. With branches in Kilmarnock, Mauchline, and Beith, we provide comprehensive small animal, equine, and farm animal services across a wide geographical area.

Ayrshire offers an outstanding quality of life, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with opportunities for equine sports, cycling, hill-walking, water activities, and golf.

Our Team & Culture

You will be joining a dedicated and experienced Small Animal team, currently comprising:

• 20 Veterinary Surgeons, including certificate holders in Cardiology and Surgery, and others pursuing further qualifications in Surgery and Internal Medicine.
• 16 Registered Veterinary Nurses, supported by 4 Animal Nursing Assistants and 14 Reception staff.
  
  

We are committed to delivering high standards of patient care and clinical excellence, offering a wide range of medical and surgical services in-house, with strong links to referral centres for complex cases.

Flexible Working That Fits Your Lifestyle

We are pleased to offer a flexible approach to working hours to support a healthy work-life balance. This role offers up to 40 hours per week, which can be structured over four or five days, depending on your preference. The position also includes participation in a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota (8:30am to 1:00pm), with no out-of-hours or on-call duties. We are happy to consider applications from candidates seeking part-time hours or alternative working patterns to accommodate individual needs and commitments.

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
• Additional leave for your birthday
  
  

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support
  
  

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid 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
  
  

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Veterinary

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