Nationwide - Graduate Vet Programme

Medivet Group; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in the UK is looking for graduates to join their Graduate Vet Programme. With a starting salary of £37,500, this program offers extensive training and support, including regular CPD, clinical and professional training mapped to RCVS competencies, and opportunities for clinic ownership. Ideal candidates possess a veterinary qualification and demonstrate strong client care and teamwork skills. This role provides a unique path for personal and professional growth in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Sick pay

Preventive health care

Private medical health care

Life assurance

RCVS registration fees

BVA and BSAVA membership

VDS insurance

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays

4-day working week

Qualifications

• Strong client and patient care experience.
• Excellent teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Confident communication at all levels and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Resilience and the ability to learn positively from setbacks.
• A proactive approach to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in regular CPD covering clinical, leadership, and client-centered skills.
• Receive support and mentoring from VetGDP Advisors.
• Engage in training mapped to RCVS Day One Competences.
• Explore pathways to clinic ownership.

Skills

Client and patient care experience

Teamwork and relationship-building skills

Confident communication

Resilience

Proactive approach to development

Education

Recognised veterinary qualification permitting RCVS registration

Job description

Join our 2026 Graduate Vet Programme and put your career on the right trajectory

At Medivet, we care for our people just as much as the animals they care for. You’ll always receive the support, development, and opportunities you need to thrive.

Exceptional veterinary care is at the heart of everything we do, and our networks are dedicated to providing outstanding care for pets while valuing the people who make it possible. We’re not only committed to animal health— we’re committed to nurturing a workplace where you can grow, belong and build a long, fulfilling career.

About the Programme

Our Graduate Vet Programme has been carefully designed to ease your transition into practice, with dedicated training, structured mentoring and clear development pathways. You’ll gain:

• Regular CPD covering the clinical, leadership and client-centred skills you will need for a successful future.
• A dedicated network of colleagues and VetGDP Advisors offering coaching, mentoring and guidance.
• Clinical, professional and commercial training mapped to the RCVS Day One Competences.
• A unique, accessible pathway to clinic ownership for those seeking long-term progression.

We give you the foundation, skills and confidence to develop, grow and succeed.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a starting salary of £37,500 and an excellent benefits package, including:

• Sick pay
• Preventive health care
• Private medical health care
• Life assurance
• RCVS registration fees
• BVA and BSAVA membership
• VDS insurance
• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
• A 4-day working week

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking graduates who demonstrate:

• Strong client and patient care experience.
• Excellent teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Confident communication at all levels and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Resilience and the ability to learn positively from setbacks.
• A proactive approach to personal and professional development.
• A recognised veterinary qualification permitting RCVS registration (e.g., BVSc, VetMB, BVM&S, BVMS, BVM, BVS, BVMedSci, BVetMed, BVMSci or an RCVS-accepted equivalent).
• MRCVS status at the start of the programme
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Experience of Extra Mural Studies at Medivet (desirable)
• A full driving licence to support travel between branches/24-hour sites (desirable)

If clinic ownership is something you have always dreamed of, this is the grad scheme for you!

Application Details

Applications are open exclusively for our August 2026 intake only. Assessment centres will be held near vet school locations throughout February and March 2026.

Positions available Nationwide

Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this role.