Job Description

We have a vacancy for a Trainee Veterinary Nurse to join our team. The ideal applicant would be hard working, passionate and will already have experience of working within the animal care industry and hold relevant qualifications. In house training will be provided.

This position may lead to a Student Veterinary Nurse position in the future, so GCSE's in English, Maths and Science Grade C or above (4-9) are required. Travel between branches is required so a driving licence and own vehicle is desirable.

This is not a role for an apprenticeship or someone already enrolled in college on a Veterinary Nursing course

The role is varied and includes assisting with inpatient care - walking, feeding, and providing TLC. Reception duties and assisting the veterinary surgeon during consults, cleaning and helping with theatre tasks. Shifts will include unsociable hours, night shifts, weekends and Bank Holidays. Qualifications in Customer Service or First Aid an advantage.

This role is full time role, however part-time candidates will be considered.

Benefits

Employee assistance program and company pension scheme.

Extensive in-house training provided.

Annual leave of 6 weeks including bank holidays per year.

Scope to progress to Student Veterinary Nurse.

Company sick pay.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to 26,666.64 per year

Expected hours: No more than 42 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Paid volunteer time Sick pay
Work Location: In person