Student Veterinary Nurse

Medivet Group; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

24/7 counselling and wellbeing support

Life Assurance 3 x salary

5 weeks’ annual leave

Extra ‘Day for You’

Cycle to Work

Season Ticket loans

Discounts on Medivet products and serv

Job summary

Medivet Stevenage is seeking an eager Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN) to support the clinical team while pursuing nursing studies. You may be enrolled on a veterinary nursing course or eligible to begin studies next year.

You will assist with nurse consultations and procedures under supervision, helping to maintain high standards of patient care. The role includes a 1 in 3 weekend rota at a 24-hour hospital, plus some Bank Holidays and on-call rotations, with comprehensive employee benefits in a

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to enrol with the RCVS as a Student Veterinary Nurse.
• Must meet one of the listed academic requirements (GCSEs at Grade 4/C or equivalent).
• Placement applicant must be keen to start Veterinary Nursing studies next year.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nurse consultations and support the clinical team.
• Assist veterinary surgeons with procedures under supervision.
• Contribute to maintaining patient care standards and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in 1 in 3 weekend rota at the 24-Hour Hospital in Enfield; occasional Bank Holiday shifts and on-call rotations.

Skills

Team player

Patient care focus

Enthusiastic

Education

GCSEs 4/C English Maths Science

Level 2 Diploma in Veterinary Care Assistance

English Language & Maths GCSEs + two more GCSEs

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team at Medivet Stevenage as a Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN). This opportunity would suit either a candidate who is already enrolled on a Veterinary Nursing course and looking for a new placement, or someone who meets the eligibility requirements and is keen to begin their Veterinary Nursing studies next year.As a Student Veterinary Nurse, you will play an important role in supporting our clinical team and delivering exceptional patient and client care. Under direct clinical supervision, you will carry out appropriate nurse consultations, assist veterinary surgeons with procedures, and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.About YouTo be eligible for this opportunity, applicants must:Be at least 18 years of age.Be eligible to enrol with the RCVS as a Student Veterinary Nurse.Meet one of the following academic requirements:Hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above, including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science subject; orHold a Level 2 Diploma in Veterinary Care Assistance alongside GCSEs at Grade 4-9, including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science subject; orHold Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics, plus an additional two GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above.Additional RequirementsAs part of this role, you will participate in a 1 in 3 weekend rota at our 24-Hour Hospital in Enfield. The role also includes an average of 2-3 Bank Holiday shifts per year and 2-3 on-call rotations annually.If you are passionate about animal welfare, eager to develop your nursing career, and committed to delivering outstanding patient and client care, we would love to hear from you.

Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we offer:

Health and wellbeing

• Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance 3 x salary

Annual leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service
• Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you

Additional support

• Cycle to Work
• Season Ticket loans
• Discounts on Medivet products and services

About you

You’re enrolled as a Student Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS and registered on an approved vet nursing course. You have a passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care. You’re a team player who wants to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you.

We welcome applications from candidates who are flexible and keen to develop further.

What you’ll be doing

Typically, in this role, you’ll:

• Deliver exceptional care to clients, supporting surgeries and procedures, complying with all regulatory, practice and operational standards
• Carrying out nurse led appointments under direct clinical supervision
• Deliver patient monitoring and care
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team