At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our New Graduate Programme to gain hands-on experience and develop your veterinary skills.
- Company: Animal Trust, a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to animal welfare.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £35,875, 6 weeks annual leave, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic team atmosphere with defined career pathways and peer support.
- Why this job: Launch your veterinary career in a supportive environment with experienced mentors.
- Qualifications: Recent veterinary graduate with a passion for animal care.
The predicted salary is between 35875 - 35875 £ per year.
Our New Graduate Programme is now open for applications for 2026! Embarking on a career in veterinary medicine is more than just a job choice; it’s a heartfelt commitment to the welfare and care of animals. Recognising how pivotal the transition from university to clinical practice can be, Animal Trust has designed a new Graduate Programme, created by vets, for vets, to help you build the confidence, competence, and compassion needed for a fulfilling career.
Our two-year structured Graduate Programme is designed to nurture, support and empower newly qualified vets as they take their first steps into practice life. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, clinical confidence, and lifelong skills through guided learning and dedicated mentorship — all within a friendly, collaborative environment. This programme offers a balanced mix of clinical exposure, ongoing education, and pastoral care so that you can develop your career at your own pace, surrounded by people who genuinely want to see you thrive.
- 2 year structured programme with no financial tie-in
- 1-month settling-in period to meet your team and get comfortable
- Starting salary of £35,875, with an increase in your second year
- Peer‑to‑peer support group for shared learning and encouragement
- Dedicated VetGDP Advisor for one‑to‑one guidance
- Weekly group webinar training and monthly practical day sessions
- Dedicated 1-2-1 time for pastoral and professional support
- Hands‑on experience with a varied and exciting caseload across medicine, surgery, and ECC
- Over 100 hours of CPD delivered throughout the programme
- Paid RCVS and VDS memberships
- Defined career pathways within Animal Trust for those wishing to progress
- 6 weeks annual leave plus access to a wide range of company benefits
At this moment we are unable to support visa sponsorship for this role.
Locations: Teesside - Animal Trust Vets CIC with Pet A&E, County Durham/ North Yorkshire. Our Teesside 24/7 hospital is seeking a new graduate vet to join our experienced team as they grow our hospital caseload in the North East. This is a great opportunity to develop your skillset in a busy hospital environment being exposed to hospitalised and sick pet cases, with the support of experienced clinicians delivering GP, inpatient and complex surgical caseloads.
This is your chance to launch your veterinary career in a purpose‑driven organisation where compassion, learning, and teamwork come first. You’ll be surrounded by supportive colleagues, experienced mentors, and a diverse caseload that will stretch your skills and inspire your growth. Whether it’s performing your first surgery, managing complex medical cases, or learning the art of client communication, you’ll have the resources, guidance, and encouragement to excel.
If this sounds like something you are interested in then we would love to hear from you.
Closing date: 1st July 2026. Must be free to remotely interview w/c 6th July and visit the site during the month of July.
New Graduate Vet employer: Animal Trust (UK)
Animal Trust is an exceptional employer for new graduate vets, offering a structured two-year Graduate Programme designed to foster confidence and competence in a supportive and collaborative environment. With dedicated mentorship, hands-on experience, and a commitment to ongoing education, you will thrive alongside experienced colleagues in our Teesside 24/7 hospital, all while enjoying generous benefits such as six weeks of annual leave and a clear pathway for career progression.
