Trainee equine veterinary nurse (apprentice)

Learning practically, whilst working day to day alongside our dedicated and highly skilled team, in a supportive learning environment. The equine nursing  diploma is level 3 qualification (course length 36 months) it s run predominantly remotely, with contact days every 6 weeks, assessment is based upon assignment, exams and clinical supervisor log. You will receive one to one support and mentoring whilst working in practice with a trained, RCVS registered VN as your clinical coach. 

The Equine Referral Hospital has the largest number of accredited specialists of any UK veterinary equine teaching hospital, supported by a team of highly trained equine veterinary nurses, equine technicians and clinicians-in-training, we provide a full range of specialist referral services ranging from advanced diagnostic imaging to emergency surgery and intensive care 24 hours a day 365 days a year.

If you want to begin your veterinary nursing career in a supportive environment amongst compassionate and caring colleagues, The Equine Referral Hospital is the place for you.

Ideally the candidate will have had a minimum of one year work experience post GCSE. You will have a passion for working with horses and experience of handling and caring for a variety of equines.

We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

•    Competitive and attractive pension package

•    Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days)

•    A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave

•    On site café and restaurant

•    Free membership to gym facilities at Camden and the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site at Hawkshead (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)

•    Cycle to work scheme

For further details and enquires, please contact Anne Taylor-Pantry apantry@rvc.ac.uk

Closing Date: 05 May 2025

Reporting Unit: Vet Nurse

Salary: £18,000 Per Annum Including London Weighting Fixed Term / Full Time