We are looking for integral pieces of our veterinary team puzzle, in the shape of veterinary care support apprentices’ to join our teams in a number of our sites across the group.
About the role
Our Level 2 Veterinary Care Support (VCS) Apprenticeship role is an ideal stepping stone for those who see themselves in the veterinary care environment, with this qualification providing the initial key skills. Furthermore, this is a stepping stone for those looking for that next training step working ever closer to becoming a registered veterinary nurse.
This application is for our June cohort, and the course is delivered by our own Training College. Available positions are dependent on upcoming vacancies and cohorts.
The VCS positions are full-time consisting of 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, including your weekly college day plus a regular weekend rotation. If in a hospital position, there will also be a fair share bank holiday requirement. Prior animal care is preferred yet not essential, but would be advantageous. If you can demonstrate a passion for learning, teamwork, and providing the highest standard of patient and client care you will flourish.
The role is varied, involving and high level of client care which includes reception duties, the cleaning and upkeep of the practice and its equipment/facilities, and of course the hands-on patient care. You may be required to work across different branches within commutable distance, including the hospital sites.
This is an intense industry and profession that not only has physical challenges, but also emotional, and our veterinary colleagues must be able to adapt to this high pressured and unpredictable environment.
You will be working alongside experienced and compassionate teams who understand the need for investing time and training into our future registered nurses.
You will be fully supported by dedicated tutors who have worked in practice collectively for over 100 years, and we are incredibly proud of the training we provide.
*Please note entry onto the Level 3 Diploma following completion of the Level 2 is dependent on various factors, including if/when there are vacancies for the next Level 3 cohort, performance, and prior qualifications. This application is for the Level 2 Apprenticeship only.*
Now let’s delve into the nitty gritty, here is what we offer you:
The salary for the Level 2 Veterinary Care Support Apprentice position is £10 per hour for the first 12 months of employment, and will then increase to the current national minimal wage.
A little snippet of the benefits you will receive as an apprentice:
-6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays-Paid 30-minute lunch breaks-Generous colleague discounts-The opportunity to join our private medical healthcare scheme on a reduced rate plus medical cashback incentives
If you can see yourself in this role press apply now then simply enter what branch/area you would be looking for a position, and within 60 seconds your application will be with Rose!