Apprentice Veterinary Nurse

7 days ago

Blackburn BB JH, United Kingdom Animal Trust Full time £18,000 - £30,000 per year

Are you passionate about animals and have experience in the veterinary field? Are you eager to kickstart your career as a Veterinary Nurse? Animal Trust is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for the right individual with a love for animals to join our team. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in veterinary care, we encourage you to apply today

Your journey will start as an Auxiliary Nurse working 35hrs a week, here you will learn the important key skills required to be a Veterinary Nurse. Upon successfully passing probationary you will then be recruited into our Apprenticeship Veterinary Nurse role.

About Animal Trust

We're a leading provider of not for profit veterinary care. Founded by a team of committed, passionate vets, we work together to shape the future of veterinary medicine by providing something refreshing for clients and staff in the fast-paced changing veterinary industry.

Animal Trust is open to everyone and there are no eligibility criteria for clients to meet, meaning we see a wide range of animals and cases. Our simple pricing structure helps give owners confidence and we always maintain an honest and upfront approach.

How do our Apprenticeships work?

At Animal Trust Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are a vital part of the veterinary team, and we are committed to supporting the new generation of Veterinary Nurses. You will see a variety of cases with Animal Trust being a vital member of the team you will work through a rotational rota pattern ensuring exposure to all aspects of the role.

As an apprentice, you will be paid to work 37.5hour week 3 days a week in clinic and 1 day per week at college, during college holidays you will work your full week clinically.

Our apprentices will be supported by a clinical coach and will learn:

  • How to handle animals calmly and safely
  • Husbandry of companion animals
  • Vital clinical skills
  • Reception and administration tasks

As part of this apprenticeship you will receive a Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and be eligible to apply for professional registration with the RCVS as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.

About you

  • Applicants must have achieved at least 5 level 2 qualifications (equivalent to GCSE grades 9 to 4 or A* to C), including English, maths and a science subject
  • The college is unable to accept candidates onto the L3 diploma in Veterinary Nursing unless they have either completed the L2 diploma in Veterinary Care Support or have at least one year of hands-on experience working in a Veterinary practice
  • Passionate about animals - previous experience working with animals is essential
  • Committed and hard-working

Job particulars

ANA Role:

35hrs/week

Rota: Monday - Friday

Hours: 09:30-17:00hrs

Apprentice role:

  • Duration: 36 months
  • You will only be enrolled onto the college course if your 6 month probationary period is passed successfully
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • 4 days in clinic and 1 day in college
  • Please note that you will need to be able to travel to the chosen college. The choice of college will rely on the timing of course providers and also location to candidate. The choice of college will depend on the timing of the courses offered and the location of the candidate.
  • Permanent job role may be available after the completion of the course

Benefits

  • Salary: first 6 months will be paid at £12.21PH

Once enrolled as a student nurse you will enter into the Apprentice Pay Scale:

  • Year 1: (£7.55per hour)
  • Years 2 & 3: National Minimum Wage (depending on age)
  • College course costs will be covered by Animal Trust
  • 6 weeks Annual Leave
  • Contributory pension scheme

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