Veterinary Nurse (Rotating)

College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences

School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Nurse (Rotating)

Reference: 204515

Salary: Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum, + 6% allowance for working weekend

Location: Small Animal Hospital, University of Glasgow 

This post is full time (shifts Monday to Sunday) and open ended.

Participation in the Bank Holiday rota is required (with additional pay)

Weekend working - 1 in 4, with 2 days off during the week.

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)

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.

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.

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:

Closing Date: 23:45 on Thursday 1st October 2026

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