Registered Veterinary Nurse (10 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Inspiring Vet Care; Brighton; On-site; GBP 18,362 - 30,604; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

CPD allowance £550 + 24hrs paid leave

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Discounted veterinary care

Voluntary benefits: range of benefits

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care is actively seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join Holmefield Vets on a part-time, 10 month contract. The role focuses on delivering high-quality nursing care within a supportive practice, collaborating closely with vets and the nursing team.

You will work across theatre, inpatient care and general nursing duties, contributing to clinical standards and client experiences while maintaining a proactive approach to professional development.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with medical and surgical nursing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational skills and workload management.
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Theatre work.
• Inpatient care.
• Consulting with clients and patients.
• General nurse duties.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Workload management

Clinical nursing

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)

Tools

Digital X-ray

K-laser

Multiparameter monitor

Doppler BP monitor

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Holmefield Vets on a part-time 10 month contract.

Holmefield Veterinary Clinic is a friendly, long-established 100% small animal practice with an experienced and loyal team. We have a strong, inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged to follow their interests and be the best version of themselves. Recent achievements within our nursing team, including completion of the Vets Now Emergency and Critical Care Certificate, reflect our commitment to learning, development, and clinical excellence.

Our main site is located in the beautiful village of Brayton, with a smaller branch practice in Sherburn-in-Elmet. We are based in a semi-rural area of North Yorkshire, offering a fantastic lifestyle balance with excellent transport links. Selby provides regular direct trains to London, Manchester, and Leeds, and we are just a 20-minute drive from York.

Practice Highlights

• Recently refurbished practice
• Modern facilities including digital x-ray, K-laser, multiparameter monitoring and doppler blood pressure monitoring
• Separate cat and dog wards
• Dedicated bereavement room

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• 30 hours per week
• Shifts scheduled as follows: Tuesday 8:30am-2:00pm, Wednesday 8:30am-7:00pm, Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm, and Friday 8:30am-2:00pm
• No weekend rota
• No OOH responsibility

General Responsibilities

• Theatre work
• Inpatient Care
• Consulting
• General Nurse duties

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Some benefits will be subject to pro-rata

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £30,604 pro rata