Veterinary Nursing Training Officer

Cornwall College Group; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in East Devon is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Training Officer to oversee the training of Vet Nurse students. The ideal candidate must be a registered Vet Nurse with relevant qualifications and experience in assessment. This part-time role offers a generous annual leave scheme and a supportive work environment focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Generous annual leave schemes

Occupational pension schemes

Family-friendly working practices

Access to free tuition

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee discount scheme

Free parking and discounted services on campus

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Willing to undertake TAQA Verifier/IQA award.
• At least one year of assessment experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee effective delivery and assessment of learning.
• Engage Employers/Clinical Supervisors in workplace learning.
• Monitor Student Veterinary Nurse progress.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Experience as Clinical Coach/Supervisor

Assessment skills

Education

L3 or above in Vet Nursing qualifications

Job description

Veterinary Nursing Training Officer

Location: Bicton College

Salary: £28,144.81 FTE per annum / CC37 (actual salary for part-time role: £22,820.12)

Terms & Conditions: Part Time (30 hours per week/52 weeks per year)

Closing Date: 14th December 2025

Interview Date: 15th, 16th & 17th December 2025

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Veterinary Nursing Training Officer to join an established team at our stunning Bicton college campus in East Devon. We are looking for candidates with a broad range of experience within the Vet Nursing industry and with hands‑on experience in supporting Vet Nurse students in practice. Being a registered Vet Nurse with a L3 or above in Vet Nursing qualifications is essential.

The Training Officer role is responsible for overseeing the effective delivery and assessment of learning in the workplace, through the work of Veterinary Nursing Training Practice staff and Clinical Supervisors.

Engagement of the Employer/Clinical Supervisor is a key aspect of the successful workplace learning programme, as is the close monitoring of Student Veterinary Nurse progress. The role has a large proportion of quality assurance to check accuracy and consistency of assessment decisions.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse and willing to undertake the TAQA Verifier/IQA award, as well as being a Clinical Coach/Supervisor with at least one year’s experience of assessment.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave schemes - 25 days per annum for support roles, plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
• Flexible and supportive family‑friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

How to apply

Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select ‘Apply Now’.

Contact us

If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team – [e-mail].

The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, we seek individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.

Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco‑friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.

No agency submissions please: Any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.