Registered Veterinary Nurse

Join Our Brand-New Team from the Very Beginning!

Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next exciting step in your career?

Be part of something special from day one!

We’re opening a new, purpose-built locally owned Vets for Pets surgery in Linlithgow, and we’re looking for to join us on this exciting journey.

Our brand-new practice has been thoughtfully designed to support both clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing from day one.

Our Practice Owner is a proud local who grew up in Linlithgow and has been an active member of the community for many years. Their vision is to create a truly local, “village feel” veterinary practice - one that provides exceptional care to the community they call home.

We are committed to building a practice that works cases up to a high clinical standard while delivering outstanding customer service. Collaboration is at the heart of our culture — we want a team that works together, supports one another, and learns from each other. A strong “no blame” culture underpins our clinical values, creating an environment where everyone feels confident, supported, and empowered.

You’ll be working in a bright, spacious, air-conditioned environment equipped with the latest technology expected from a modern, high-standard Vets for Pets clinic. Our facilities will include:

• Digital and dental X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Multi-parameter monitoring
• Full in-house laboratory (haematology, biochemistry, urinalysis, microscope)
• Separate cat and dog wards
• Dedicated theatre
• Well-organised prep area
• Isolation room
• Comfortable, modern consult rooms
• Separate staff room

Every aspect of our clinic — from equipment to layout — has been carefully designed to enable outstanding clinical care, efficient workflows, and a welcoming experience for both clients and their pets.

Our new practice offers the ideal environment, a diverse caseload, and high-quality equipment to help you maximise your existing skills while continuing to grow professionally. We are passionate about ongoing development and actively support further qualifications and CPD, ensuring you have every opportunity to progress your career.

About you and the role
We’re seeking a proactive, enthusiastic team player to join our progressive, personable first-opinion practice, where high clinical standards are always a priority.

You’ll be a confident and motivated RVN with some experience, ready to take the next step in your career.
Schedule 3, taking radiographs and carrying out nurse consultation experience is important as we want everyone to work to their strengths. An interest in — or experience as — a Clinical Coach would be a distinct advantage, though not essential.

Success in this role comes from embracing all aspects of the veterinary nursing position and consistently delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients. From day one, you’ll have the opportunity to play an active role in shaping the practice, contributing ideas, and making a genuine impact on its growth and development.

As a brand-new practice, we can offer both full-time and part-time opportunities. We’re committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance and are happy to discuss flexible shift patterns to suit your individual needs. Some Saturday work will be required, but there are no out-of-hours duties.

We can offer you

• An attractive salary of up to £32,000 (Dependant on experience/full time equivalent)
• A generous CPD allowance
• 6.6 weeks Annual leave
• Birthday off
• A contributory pension scheme
• In-house career development opportunity
• Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• Access to the reward hub including wellbeing support and pastoral care
• Cycle to work scheme
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home and the Groom Room
• Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes – Retail Trust, Port of Call and MHFA

If you'd like any further information about this vacancy, the practice or our company please contact Ryan from our Talent Acquisition team via email; covet@vets4pets.com for an informal and confidential conversation.

Alternatively, you can submit your application directly to us now and somebody will be in touch with you to discuss this further. We look forward to hearing from you!

Why Linlithgow Vets for Pets?
This isn’t just a job it’s a chance to be part of something from the very start. You’ll enjoy a vibrant team, modern facilities, clinical freedom, and the chance to truly influence how the practice grows.

Linlithgow is perhaps best known for the stunning Linlithgow Palace - the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, where open-air ceilidhs fill the palace grounds with music and atmosphere throughout the summer months.

Nature is quite literally on your doorstep. With beautiful walks around Linlithgow Loch and the scenic trails of Beecraigs Country Park just minutes away, it’s the perfect setting to unwind and recharge after work.

Despite its peaceful charm, Linlithgow is exceptionally well connected. With excellent motorway links and a centrally located train station, commuting is easy from Edinburgh, Falkirk, Glasgow, and Stirling. Whether you prefer vibrant city life or countryside calm, you can enjoy both.

But what truly makes Linlithgow special is its community. This is a town with heart. From the famous Marches Day celebrations in June to regular community events throughout the year, there’s a genuine sense of pride and belonging here. It’s a warm, welcoming place where people know each other and truly care about their town and about their pets.

If you want a role where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and your work–life balance is respected, Linlithgow is calling.

Location: EH49 7AS

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!