Equine Nurse Trainee

Willows Veterinary Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern veterinary hospital in Brighton is seeking a dedicated individual for a nursing role focused on equine care. The successful candidate will maintain high standards of patient care and assist in theatre nursing and imaging duties. This position offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and training to become an Equine Veterinary Nurse. Join a supportive and friendly team committed to exceptional patient care in a fully equipped facility.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Passionate about equine care and ready to work within a veterinary nursing team.
• Willing to undergo training to become an Equine Veterinary Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of inpatient and day patient care.
• Provide theatre nursing, imaging, and out-of-hours care.

Skills

Exceptional horse-handling skills

Ability to work on-site out-of-hours

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Ashbrook Equine Hospital is a busy, modern facility providing exceptional care to a wide range of equine patients, from elite sports horses to family companions. Our hospital is equipped with a large operating theatre, advanced diagnostic imaging suite (including digital radiography, ultrasonography and video endoscopy), an isolation unit, and a standing MRI scanner. We also offer fresh, frozen, and chilled AI services, together with stallion semen collection.

We are seeking a self-motivated individual to join our dedicated nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about equine care and being an integral part of an Equine Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of inpatient and day patient care, theatre nursing, imaging and out-of-hours duties with appropriate training provided.

About You

• Exceptional horse-handling skills and a commitment to patient care.
• Ability to work on-site out-of-hours normally on a 1:6 rota following training.
• Enthusiastic, organised, and able to work well within a team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and funded CPD.
• The opportunity to train as an Equine Veterinary Nurse.
• A supportive, friendly team environment within a well-equipped hospital.

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to [e-mail], quoting reference 81. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is found.