Student Placement Officer (Internal-Only) (MED278225)

INTERNAL VACANCY

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

About the role - The role co-ordinates and plans 30 weeks of Animal Husbandry and Clinical EMS placements for each veterinary student ensuring they are able to meet RCVS requirements for qualification.  The role ensures that the student meets skill development requirements and career aspirations whilst also balancing the operational requirements of the placement provider.  The role ensures that placement providers and students are aware of educational obligations and also health and safety, mandatory insurance and other risks are appropriately identified and managed.

About the team- The Student Placements Team works closely with the Rotations and Student Experience Teams

About you- Candidates will have excellent written and spoken communication and an ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. They will also have an ability to handle confidential information and have the ability to work independantly.

What we offer- it’s important that you highlight key benefits and rewards and why candidates should choose us. You may want to use the below template or add your own.

A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environmentGenerous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent workWe are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunitiesYou will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

What next- this section should focus on what is expected of the candidate. The recruitment team will add a link to a role profile and for the criteria-based application, they will advise candidates how to apply. We recommend you add the next steps in the recruitment process and dates, so candidates are aware of the process in advance.

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work, we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Vanessa Wood (vanessa.wood@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Closing Date: 19 Jan 2026
Category: Internal Only