Team lead RVN

Job Title

Team Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse

£35,000‑£40,000 per annum DOE plus £1,500 sign on bonus

Veterinary Specialists Scotland, Livingston

Permanent

40‑hour week, including weekends and on‑call rota

£1,000 welcome bonus for direct applicants only

We’re looking for an experienced, confident Registered Veterinary Nurse to step into a Team Lead role at our state‑of‑the‑art Referral Hospital in Livingston. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to build something meaningful and help shape how an exceptional Referral Nursing service is delivered.

This is a role for a Nurse who wants to grow a team around them. You’ll mentor and support the development of fellow Nurses, helping to build a strong, skilled and engaged Nursing team that you can be proud of. We’re a busy Referral Hospital and at times, caseloads are high. But when that happens, you’re not working in isolation – the whole team pulls together, united by a shared goal: delivering exceptional care to every patient.

This is a predominantly clinical role (around 80%), reflecting our focus on delivering outstanding patient care. Alongside your clinical responsibilities you will:

• Provide direct line management to Nursing team members
• Support effective patient management across the Hospital
• Coach, mentor and develop Nurses, fostering confidence and capability
• Work collaboratively with the leadership and clinical teams to deliver high‑quality patient care

With new Specialists joining the team, you’ll gain exposure to a growing range of complex referral cases, supporting your continued clinical development and expanding your skill set.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a Registered Veterinary Nurse with at least 3 years’ experience in a Referral Hospital
• Has previous leadership experience (formal or informal)
• Is confident working independently and making sound clinical decisions
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Is passionate about mentoring others and growing our positive team culture

• £1,500 sign on bonus for direct applicants
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Funded external CPD
• Enhanced Equal Family Leave
• Wellness programme including employee assistance programme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme

Veterinary Specialists Scotland is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, caring about you and wanting you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best.

All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered.

If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Veterinary Specialists Scotland, Linnaeus or the role please contact our TA partner Rebecca Coleman on rebe