An opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Student Veterinary Nurse position has become available at Park Veterinary Centre. This vacancy is open to candidates who wish to start their nursing career as well as first- and second-year students who have already started their training.

 

Park Veterinary Centre is a well-established first opinion practice, with roots in Hertfordshire going back over 100 years. We are a training practice and hold RVCS GP status. We offer Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, Digital and Dental X-Ray, as well as a range of monitoring equipment. We are situated in Watford, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with easy access to train stations and London, approximately 35 minutes away.

 

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. 

 

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 

 

 

 

 

As a Student Veterinary Nurse, you will be supported and encouraged to develop both your clinical and non-clinical skills while working towards qualification as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. 

 

You’ll be an integral part of the practice team, supporting patient care under the guidance of veterinary surgeons and registered veterinary nurses. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of nursing duties, while progressing through your training programme and developing confidence in your day-to-day practice. 

 

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week over 5 days, with a 1 in 4 Saturday rota. You will be required to attend college one day a week for 30-30 months. The training centre we are affiliated with is the College of Animal Welfare, situated in North London.

 

This position would offer the opportunity for hands-on experience in all aspects of veterinary nursing, including animal husbandry, radiography, anaesthesia, client care, and laboratory work, under supervision. You will be supported by our team of vets, nurses and support staff.

 

 

 

You are a motivated and committed individual who is keen to learn, develop, and build a career in veterinary nursing. You'll bring:

 

 

 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well-being. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: 

 

 

 

6.6 weeks' annual leave 

Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance

Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay 

Healthcare Cash Plan 

Cycle to Work scheme 

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy 

Pension scheme 

Discounted staff pet care