Rare Opportunity for Aspiring Veterinary Nurses!
Student Veterinary Nurse - Funding Available + Salary + Clinical Coach
Are you passionate about animals and ready to start your career in veterinary nursing? This is a rare opportunity to join a supportive, progressive hospital as a Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN)
Whether you’re already enrolled in a veterinary nursing course or planning to begin soon, we want to hear from you!
About the role
This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) inclusive of a day a week to go to college and no out-of-hours or bank holiday shifts, so you can focus on your learning and well-being. We're a Vets Now host practice, so each nurse has just two possible overtime shifts per month for emergencies, if needed.
What we offer:
*Salary while you train
*Funding support for the Level 3 Diploma
*A dedicated clinical coach to support your progress
*Hands-on experience in a busy, varied, and friendly hospital setting
*Exposure to a wide range of disciplines including exotics, diagnostics, and complex medical cases
About the practice
You’ll be part of a large, welcoming team in an RCVS-accredited small animal hospital with Gold Cat Friendly and Silver Rabbit Friendly status. Our facilities include a separate cat-only area, exotics ward, and advanced diagnostics (CT, ultrasound, endoscopy).
Our supportive team includes:
*9 vets (including 1 new grad and highly experienced clinicians)
*10 qualified RVNs (with over 200 years' experience between them)
*3 student nurses and 4 ANAs
*Vets who are certificate holders in Ophthalmology, Pain Management, Endoscopy, and Zoological Medicine
*Visiting specialists in Orthopaedics, Neurology, Soft Tissue, and Diagnostic Imaging
Who we’re looking for
We welcome applications from individuals who:
*Currently enrolled in a Level 3 Diploma or Degree in Veterinary Nursing, or
*Planning to start one of these qualifications soon and seeking the right training practice
*Passionate about animal welfare and providing excellent patient care
*Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn in a hands-on clinical environment
*Team player who enjoy working collaboratively and supporting others
*Positive in attitude with a strong desire to grow within a supportive hospital team
What’s next?
Don’t miss this chance to kickstart your career with full support, real experience, and a team that invests in your success. Apply today and take the first step in your journey as a veterinary nurse.
Your shift pattern
This is a full-time role covering a variety of shifts over 5 days per week, including weekends and bank holidays on a rota. Overtime is paid for weekend work.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
*6.6 weeks annual leave
*Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
*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
*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
*Pension scheme
*Discounted staff pet care
Up to £25,484.71 DOE
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