Careers at Thrums

We want our team to enjoy coming to work and feel supported both professionally and personally. A healthy work life balance matters to us, especially when you’re based in such a beautiful part of Scotland.

We’re committed to staying at the forefront of veterinary care, which is why we support ongoing training and development to help you grow and reach your career goals. Many of our team have been with Thrums for years, building strong relationships with clients and their animals and becoming a valued part of the local community.

If you’d like to work with us, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your CV or drop us an email.

We have launched an initiative to attract future nurses

We have launched a industry first two-day course that will run at various points during the year and will give 15 to 17 year olds an insight into what it takes to be a veterinary nurse and what the role entails.

The first course ran in May, to coincide with Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM), and was fully subscribed, with the next one planned for either June or July. Participants will shadow our nurses at in Kirriemuir and try their hand at a wide range of tasks including learning how to carry out clinical examinations, suturing and bandaging, as well as fluid therapy, patient care, radiography positioning and laboratory work.

We’re recognised as a Great Workplace by the BVA

We are very proud to have been awarded silver accreditation under the BVA Great Workplaces scheme.

We were particularly commended for our commitment to supporting our team’s wellbeing, flexible working arrangements and creating a positive and inclusive culture.

It was reported that “colleagues consistently talk about a positive and inclusive culture where care is evident, and all colleagues feel supported”.

As well as this, the report found that psychological wellbeing “is a particular area of strength, due to numerous proactive supportive mechanisms in place” and that “the group have a very positive approach to learning in the workplace”.

We intend on using the report to continue to improve – both in the areas raised as opportunities and in continuing to excel at the things our team appreciates.

We hope that as new colleagues join our team they can help us to continue to grow our culture, and we’re committed to supporting development and growth in whatever way we can.

BVA Great workplaces
Thrums Vets - We are a living wage employer

On top of that, we offer a generous package of benefits, including the following:

  • Generous holiday allowance with even more additional days off in you are in the on call rota
  • Minimum of five days for CPD. If additional courses work for you and us, we are happy to support
  • Additional in-house CPD afternoons with external providers
  • Certificates encouraged and funded
  • 1-2-1 coaching and mentoring programme, clinical and business
  • Recognised careers path
  • People management courses available
  • Leadership management programme
  • Exclusive access to XL Vets graduate training programmes
  • If you want a four day week, you can have a four day week
  • Pension scheme and RCVS/VDS membership fees paid plus an additional membership to a group of your choosing
  • Enhanced Team Practice Plan for your pets
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Mental health first aiders
  • Multiple practice social events
  • Enhanced Maternity pay
  • Fear Free Training
  • Private health insurance
  • Breaks during consulting to allow for phones calls, admin and cups of tea
  • We match the number of clients to the number of staff we have. We don’t have a free for all of clients coming into the practice and not enough team members to cope

  • Ability to adapt and thrive in an innovative, dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • A Fear-Free or gentle handling-based approach to interacting with and handling pets
  • Passion for improving veterinary healthcare and educating pet owners
  • Compassionate team player with a positive attitude that prioritises effective communication

  • Love working with pets and they love working with you even more!
  • Have a knack for creative problem-solving and are excited to learn new things
  • Enjoy being part of a team that is collaborative and strives to offer the best care possible
  • Possess excellent communication skills and a penchant for exceeding expectations
  • Have a passion for mentoring vets and veterinary support team members
  • Quickly develop a rapport with business partners, team members, and pet owners

Life in Angus and Perthshire

Our practices are based across Kirriemuir, Forfar, Blairgowrie and Scone – right in the heart of Angus and Perthshire.

This part of Scotland offers a great balance of rewarding work and quality of life. From rolling countryside and woodland walks to coastal views and vibrant market towns, it’s an ideal place to enjoy time outside work.

You’re never far from larger towns and cities either, with Perth and Dundee close by and easy links to Edinburgh and Glasgow for days out and travel.

Joining Thrums Vets means becoming part of a friendly, close-knit team while building your career in a beautiful and welcoming part of the country.

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