Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to thrive in a busy, supportive practice with a strong community feel? Academy Vets, a well-established, RCVS accredited mixed veterinary practice nestled in beautiful South West Scotland, is looking for you!

The Role

We provide high-quality, personalised care to a varied caseload that includes companion animals, farm livestock, and equine patients. Our team prides itself on a strong ethos of teamwork and delivering excellent care to both patients and their owners.

You will work across all areas of nursing, including theatre, inpatient care, nurse consultations, general cleaning, and reception duties.

Why Choose Academy Vets?

Our two-site group includes a main practice in Stranraer and a branch in Newton Stewart, staffed by a friendly, collaborative team of 10 vets, 3 RVNs, 3 auxiliary nurses, and 5 receptionists. We are equipped with excellent facilities, including the latest small and large animal ultrasound, digital radiography, an IDEXX suite, and specialised fertility kits for cattle.

Located in the stunning Galloway region, you'll enjoy a perfect blend of coastal and countryside life. From paddleboarding on pristine beaches to hiking and camping in the Southern Uplands, there's no shortage of outdoor adventures. With convenient travel links to Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Carlisle, you can enjoy rural life without feeling isolated.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday, with shifts running either 8:30am to 5:30pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm. Additionally, you will be required to work one Saturday morning out of every four, from 9:00am to 12:00 noon.

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 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