At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Graduate Vet Programme and provide exceptional care for pets.
- Company: Medivet, a supportive workplace dedicated to veterinary excellence.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £40,000, 4-day work week, and comprehensive benefits.
- Other info: Limited positions available for August 2026 intake; apply now!
- Why this job: Kickstart your veterinary career with mentorship and pathways to clinic ownership.
- Qualifications: Recognised veterinary qualification and strong client care experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
Join our 2026 Graduate Vet Programme and put your career on the right trajectory. We are reopening applications for our 24th of August 2026 graduate intake, due to demand from our clinics. We have already recruited over 50 new vets for the summer but now have 15 new positions available.
At Medivet, we care for our people just as much as the animals they care for. You’ll always receive the support, development, and opportunities you need to thrive. Exceptional veterinary care is at the heart of everything we do, and our networks are dedicated to providing outstanding care for pets while valuing the people who make it possible. We’re not only committed to animal health—we’re committed to nurturing a workplace where you can grow, belong and build a long, fulfilling career.
About the ProgrammeOur Graduate Vet Programme has been carefully designed to ease your transition into practice, with dedicated training, structured mentoring and clear development pathways. You’ll gain:
- Regular CPD covering the clinical, leadership and client-centred skills you will need for a successful future.
- A dedicated network of colleagues and VetGDP Advisors offering coaching, mentoring and guidance
- Clinical, professional and commercial training mapped to the RCVS Day One Competences
- A unique, accessible pathway to clinic ownership for those seeking long-term progression
We give you the foundation, skills and confidence to develop, grow and succeed.
Salary & BenefitsWe offer a starting salary of £40,000, and an excellent benefits package, including:
- Sick pay
- Preventive health care
- Private medical health care
- Life assurance
- RCVS registration fees
- BVA and BSAVA membership
- VDS insurance
- 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
- A 4-day working week
We’re seeking graduates who demonstrate:
- Strong client and patient care experience
- Excellent teamwork and relationship-building skills
- Confident communication at all levels and the ability to build rapport quickly
- Resilience and the ability to learn positively from setbacks
- A proactive approach to personal and professional development
- A recognised veterinary qualification permitting RCVS registration (e.g., BVSc, VetMB, BVM&S, BVMS, BVM, BVS, BVMedSci, BVetMed, BVMSci or an RCVS-accepted equivalent)
- MRCVS status at the start of the programme
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Experience of Extra Mural Studies at Medivet (desirable)
- A full driving licence to support travel between branches/24-hour sites (desirable)
If clinic ownership is something you have always dreamed of, this is the grad scheme for you!
Application DetailsApplications are open exclusively for our August 2026 intake only. Assessment centres will be held on the 6th and 7th of July at our Head Office in Watford.
Last few positions available are:
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Watford 24 / Borehamwood
- Lower Earley
- Canvey Island
- South Woodham Ferrers
- Hinckley Roston Drive
- Coventry
- Binley
- Newton-le-Willows and Billinge
- Buxton
- Warrington
- Dearne Valley 24 Hour
- Hellesdon / Horsford
- Hucknall
- Horncastle
Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Nationwide - Graduate Vet Programme employer: Medivet Group
At Medivet, we prioritise the well-being of our employees as much as the animals they care for, fostering a supportive and nurturing work environment. Our Graduate Vet Programme offers structured mentoring, continuous professional development, and a unique pathway to clinic ownership, ensuring that you have the tools and opportunities to build a rewarding career in veterinary medicine. With a competitive starting salary, excellent benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance through a 4-day working week, Medivet is an exceptional employer for aspiring vets looking to make a meaningful impact.
