Registered Veterinary Nurse (10 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Lever, Inc.; Brighton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Birthday leave

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for Holmefield Vets on a part-time 10-month contract. The role involves nursing care for first opinion cases, theatre work, and close collaboration with the veterinary team at our Brayton site.

You’ll be registered with the RCVS and bring clinical nursing experience, strong communication, and good organisational skills to support ongoing patient care and client experiences.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Theatre work.
• Consulting.
• Inpatient care.
• General nursing duties.

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

• Part-time, 30 hours per week
• Working various shifts Monday to Friday
• 1 in 8 Saturdays working 8.30am - 1.30pm
• No OOH requirement

General Responsibilities

• Theatre work
• Consulting
• Inpatient care
• General nursing 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
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through our subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development 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

• 6.8 weeks' annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• 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
• 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.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £30,604 per annum