We are delighted to invite applications for a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Fair City Vets. We are looking for a motivated individual to come and lead our nursing team across all three sites.
Role Overview
The role will involve managing our dedicated nursing team, providing high-quality patient care, and supporting the clinical team with day-to-day operations. You will be responsible for overseeing nursing duties, maintaining patient care standards, and ensuring that the practice runs smoothly.
Why Join Crieff & Fair City?
Our three well-established sites in Crieff, Perth (Fair City), and Auchterarder each have strong community ties and unique strengths. We are proud to offer advanced veterinary services including laparoscopy, ultrasonography, dental radiography (IM3), in-house lab testing, radiography, and laser therapy.
Our dedicated team includes six vets, five RVNs, three SVNs, and two ACAs, supported by a fantastic reception team. We are passionate about continuous professional development, encouraging specialisation, and supporting clinical progression at all levels.
Working Hours
This full-time position involves working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with the option of a 4 or 5 day working week. In addition to this you will participate in a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota.
What We’re Looking For
* Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse with excellent clinical skills
* Previous leadership experience is preferable
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
* Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and enhancing client relationships
* Experience mentoring SVNs is desirable
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive, growth-focused work environment, where you’ll have a significant impact on our operations and client experience. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
Work Life Balance
* 6.8 weeks annual leave
* Additional time off for your birthday
Wellbeing
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
Development
* CPD Allowance
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider
* 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 scheme
* Discounted staff pet care
Up to £36,000 per annum
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