Launch Your Veterinary Career with Confidence

Join our dynamic team at Colchester Vets for Pets and complete your Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a supportive, professional environment.

About Our Practice

We''re a thriving veterinary practice with state-of-the-art facilities and a passionate team dedicated to exceptional patient care. Our purpose-built hospital features advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, working seamlessly with our nearby first opinion practice.

Our Growing Team Includes:20 Veterinary Surgeons18 Registered Veterinary Nurses6 Student Veterinary Nurses9 Veterinary Care Assistants3 Practice Managers13 Client Care Advisors

The Role

As a Student Veterinary Nurse with us, you''ll develop essential skills across all areas of veterinary practice:

Clinical Responsibilities:Patient admission and discharge proceduresAnaesthetic monitoring and post-operative careClient consultations and communicationSurgical preparation and theatre assistanceCollaborative case management with our veterinary team

Professional Development:

We''re committed to your growth. You''ll have access to diverse caseloads spanning first opinion and referral medicine, supported by dedicated clinical coaching throughout your studies.

What You Need

Essential Criteria:Current RCVS registration as a Student Veterinary NurseMinimum 12 months experience in general practice45% completion of NPL logExcellent communication and interpersonal skills

Personal Qualities:Passion for animal welfareCommitment to evidence-based veterinary medicineTeam-oriented approachEagerness to learn and develop professionallyFocus on delivering outstanding client service

Work Schedule and Environment

Flexible Working:Full-time position1 in 4 weekend rotaNo out-of-hours commitments

Practice Culture:

Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment with modern equipment and strong administrative support.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary and Rewards:Competitive annual salary: From £25,397 DOAPerformance-based review processComprehensive pension scheme

Professional Support:Funded continuing professional development (post-qualification)Additional certification supportRCVS and BVA membership fees coveredDedicated mentorship and clinical coaching

Additional Benefits:28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)Enhanced leave (33 days after 24 months)20% staff discount at Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and Vet GroupCorporate benefits program

Next Steps

Interested in joining our team? We''d welcome the opportunity to discuss this role and how it fits with your career goals.

Contact Details:Email: recruitcolchester@vets4pets.comOnline applications acceptedConfidential discussions available

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are happy to answer any questions about the position or our practice.

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don''t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!