Veterinary Nurse (out of hours). Job in Glasgow Education & Training Jobs

University Of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed university in the UK is seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join its Out-of-Hours team in Glasgow. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a salary of £27,319 - £31,236 with additional shift allowances. Candidates must be compassionate and skilled in veterinary nursing to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role promotes professional growth while offering a supportive environment and an excellent benefits package, including generous leave and discounts.

Benefits

35-hour compressed working hours

41 days leave including public holidays

Competitive pension scheme

20% staff discount on services

Subsidised further education

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Experienced nurse looking to expand skills in a veterinary environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, Out-of-Hours setting.
• Competence in medical and surgical care, including anaesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Managing medical and surgical wards.
• Working in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
• Assisting in Theatre and anaesthesia.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Veterinary nursing

Job description

College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences

School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Nurse (out of hours)

Vacancy Reference: 175872

Salary: UofG Grade 5, £27,319 - £31,236 + 33% shift allowance for Out of Hours work.

This post is full time and fixed term due to Maternity Leave. This post is fixed term for up to 12 months or until the substantive postholder returns.

Working hours: Compressed shift pattern - 70 hours over 6 shifts every two weeks

Ready for a new challenge in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art hospital?

Are you an experienced nurse looking to expand your skills? This may be your opportunity to thrive in a dynamic Out-of-Hours (OOH) environment.

We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate nurse to join our OOH team at the Small Animal Hospital. You’ll work alongside a skilled team of vets, nurses, and care assistants, delivering exceptional care to both referral and primary care in-patients and emergencies.

What you’ll do:

Responsibilities

• Medical and surgical wards
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Theatre and anaesthesia

This role offers the chance to fully utilise your nursing skills—and develop new ones—while making a real difference to patient outcomes.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• 35-hour compressed working hours
• 41 days of leave (including public holidays)
• Shift workers' annual leave totalling 287 hours
• 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

Closing date: 23:45 on Wednesday 15th October 2025

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.