Veterinary Nurse

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Glasgow is seeking dedicated Veterinary Nurses to join their dynamic Small Animal Hospital team. The role offers opportunities for professional growth through comprehensive training and a supportive environment, enabling individuals to provide exceptional patient care across various specialist areas. The role includes a flexible working week and a generous benefits package including 41 days of leave. Applications are encouraged from diverse communities.

Benefits

Flexible working week

41 days of leave

Competitive pension scheme

CPD allowance

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Motivated individual eager to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Ability to rotate through specialist areas including surgical, medical, and oncology wards.
• Experience in a referral setting is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a collaborative environment.
• Assist in various specialist areas including theatre and intensive care.
• Participate in the Bank Holiday rota and weekend working.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clinical skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences
School of Biodiversity One Hlth&Vet Med

Veterinary Nurse
Vacancy Reference: 177577
Salary: UofG Grade 5, £26,338 - £30,805 per annum, pro rata where appropriate, plus 6% weekend shift allowance.

We have several open ended (permanent) positions available in the Small Animal Hospital, both full- and part-time (35 hours and 21 hours p/w).

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 574 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

Curious about life in a fast-paced referral hospital?
Here’s your chance to find out! We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate veterinary nurse to join our dynamic team.

At the Small Animal Hospital, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your clinical skills will be fully utilised and developed. You’ll rotate through a variety of specialist areas including:
• Surgical, medical, and feline wards
• Theatre complex (including anaesthesia)
• Oncology
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Receiving services (Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine)
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This role is ideal for a motivated individual eager to deliver exceptional patient care and explore the diverse world of hospital nursing. While previous referral experience is desirable, it’s not essential—we provide comprehensive training and mentorship to help you thrive.

Why join us?
We offer a fantastic benefits package, including:
• 35-hour flexible working week
• 41 days of leave (including public holidays)
• Competitive pension scheme
• 20% staff discount on veterinary services and products
• CPD allowance and subsidised further education
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• 24/7 confidential employee support service and wellbeing app
• Exclusive staff discounts from high street retailers

Additional Info:
• Participation in the Bank Holiday rota is required (with additional pay)
• Weekend working - 1 in 4, with 2 days off during the week.
• We have full time and part time (3-day week) positions available, please specify in your cover letter which you are applying for.

Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re exploring a new direction or ready to take the next step in your nursing career, get in touch for an informal chat:
[e-mail]
Sharon Smith – 0141 330 5391

Apply online at: https://www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/veterinary-nurse-1

Closing date: 10 August 2025


As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
3 A flexible approach to working.
4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.