Job Description

Due to the growth of our thriving small animal, first opinion RCVS General Practice accredited practice we are currently recruiting a Student Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team which operates a high standard of nursing care.

We have excellent facilities and also benefit from being situated next to the referral hospital, ensuring excellent access for our clients. The First opinion and referral services collaborate as a team for complete patient support, ensuring the highest standard of patient care.

The post is to support the smooth operation of the clinical activities within the LVP whilst undergoing the relevant training to become a qualified veterinary nurse. Duties will include maintaining practice clinical environment, facilitating smooth running of the practice, inpatient care, anaesthesia, radiography, laboratory work, nursing clinics and pharmacy/reception duties under the supervision of an RVN or veterinary surgeon.

37.5 hours a week including day release to college, with up to 1 in 3 weekends (currently 1 in 5 Saturdays)

Experience and Qualifications

Our ideal applicant will be reliable with a willingness to learn and to be able to work within a team. Previous experience in a veterinary environment is essential.

Five GCSEs at grade C and above or level 9 - 4, which must include English language, maths and a science subject.
OR

An animal nursing assistant (ANA) or veterinary care assistant (VCA) qualification, along with functional skills level two in application of number and communication. Proactive and consistent in your work Good communication is essential Computer literacy Able to work well in a team Punctuality and time management skills Have an understanding of the emotional/physical demands of the job Demonstrate initiative in patient welfare
A driving license is desirable.

Benefits and wellbeing

Our people are at the heart of what we do and as your employer we want to ensure we offer flexibility, support and staff development, where possible, through:

Time off

- 5 weeks holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
- Additional holiday entitlement for Long Service

Wellbeing

- On site Mental Health Champions
- EDI committee
- Employee Forum - to ensure all employees voices can be heard
- Menopause Cafe
- Wellbeing talks and events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 2 years' service)

Health

- SimplyHealth Cashplan membership
- Free annual flu vaccination
- Free Specsavers eye test voucher

General

- Free onsite parking
- U2 bus service link to Bristol
- Annual CPD allowance
- Employee discount
- Generous pension scheme - we match up to 8% pension contributions
- Reimbursement of one professional membership fee per year

The salary for this position will be in line with the National Apprenticeship scheme 8 per hour for the first year and National Living Wage 10.85 to 12.71 for the second year (depending on age).

How to apply

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, don't delay, click 'Apply' and begin your career with Langford Vets.

Langford Vets is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Important dates

Closing date: 2nd January 2026

Interview dates:8th or 12th January 2026

Start date:1st April 2026

Your college application must be submitted by 13th February 2026

You must be able to attend the following days prior to start date:

Monday 23rd February 2026 (college interview) Monday 16th March 2026 (college induction day)
https://www.vetnursetraining.co.uk/application-form/

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: From 8.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person