Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia; West Calder; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Scotland is looking for a Senior Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team on a full-time basis for 15 months. You will manage surgical and anaesthetic nursing, inpatient care, and contribute to the overall development of the branch. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified and possess strong communication skills, coupled with a commitment to clinical excellence. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £32,960 DOE, along with extensive benefits, making it ideal for a motivated and adaptable individual seeking professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Paid day off for birthday

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym membership

£550 CPD allowance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience in branch practice preferred.
• Ability to maintain high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Cover surgical and anaesthetic nursing and inpatient care.
• Support stock management and health & safety compliance.
• Drive practice development and quality of care.

Skills

Confidence in senior-level responsibilities

Clinical standards commitment

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualification as a registered Veterinary Nurse

Tools

Diagnostic and surgical facilities

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Senior RVN to join our friendly Polbeth Branch team on a full-time, maternity cover basis for 15 months.

The Role

You’ll enjoy a varied role covering surgical and anaesthetic nursing, inpatient care, and nurse clinics, alongside stock management and supporting high standards of health & safety and RCVS Practice Standards compliance. As a senior team member, you will also help drive the practice forward and support the development of the Polbeth practice.

Applicant Requirements

We’re seeking a fully qualified, registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys the pace and variety of branch practice and is confident taking on senior-level responsibilities. You’ll be motivated, adaptable, and hands‑on, with a genuine enthusiasm for working as part of a close‑knit team.
A commitment to excellent clinical standards is essential, along with a strong focus on outstanding patient and client care. The right candidate will be a clear, confident communicator who values collaboration and takes pride in contributing positively to a friendly, inclusive working environment.

About Us

We are a busy, well‑established Veterinary Hospital group with 8 branches and 1 Veterinary Hospital across Fife and Central Scotland. We are committed to delivering outstanding patient care and a high level of service to our clients and proudly provide our own out‑of‑hours care, ensuring continuity and quality treatment around the clock.
Our Cowdenbeath Branch is a recognised clinical training centre for Edinburgh RDSVS veterinary students, and many of our branches as well as our main hospital are RCVS approved training practices reflecting our strong commitment to education and clinical excellence. Across the group, our practices are equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical facilities, including digital X‑ray, advanced ultrasound, multi‑parameter monitoring, capnography, laparoscopy and endoscopy suites, cat‑only waiting and consult rooms, and fully equipped in‑house laboratories.

Working Hours

This is a full‑time role (40 hours over 4 days) with set shifts between 8:30am‑6:30pm, Monday to Friday, including one day per week at our sister branch in Corstorphine. There are no out‑of‑ours as we are supported by a dedicated night team in Dunfermline.
The role may require occasional cover at other Inglis Vets branches as required.

Team & Culture

Polbeth is a one vet, one nurse practice, and you will be supported by our dedicated Client Care Advisor. Our full Inglis team is made up of around 100 dedicated colleagues, including over 30 Registered Veterinary Nurses, all working collaboratively in a supportive and professional environment. We are further supported by visiting orthopaedic, ophthalmology and dermatology specialists, allowing us to offer a broad range of advanced care.
Learning and development are at the heart of our culture, with vets and nurses currently working towards additional certificates and qualifications. We take pride in being a welcoming, progressive workplace where teamwork, growth and high clinical standards are genuinely valued.
This is an ideal for an experienced RVN seeking a rewarding next step in a small team environment, supported by the stability and expertise of a larger practice group.

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 (please note some benefits may be pro‑rata based on the length of the contract) –

• 6.8 weeks annual leave
• Your birthday as a paid day off
• 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
• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave
• 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
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Up to £32,960 DOE