
Ready for a nursing role that actually respects your work-life balance? This 10-month maternity cover position offers zero out-of-hours duties, flexible scheduling around your interests, and a genuinely supportive team in beautiful North Yorkshire.
This is a part-time position working 30 hours per week across four shifts: Tuesday 8:30am to 2:00pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 7:00pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:00pm, and Friday 8:30am to 2:00pm. There are no out-of-hours duties associated with this role, giving you genuine work-life balance. You'll deliver a varied and rewarding nursing role encompassing nurse consultations, inpatient care, theatre work, anaesthesia, and support with surgical and medical cases. The exact balance of duties and rota pattern can be tailored around your interests and experience.
Holmefield Veterinary Clinic is a recently extended and upgraded 100% small animal practice located in the semi-rural village of Brayton, North Yorkshire, with a smaller branch in Sherburn-in-Elmet. The practice sits within easy reach of York (20 minutes' drive) and has direct train links from nearby Selby to London, Manchester, and Leeds. You'll work in a modern, well-equipped environment featuring digital X-ray, brand-new ultrasound suitable for abdominal and cardiac imaging, K-laser, multiparameter monitoring, Doppler blood pressure monitoring, separate species wards, and cat-friendly accreditation. The refurbished practice offers a light, airy working environment, a large staff room, and a dedicated bereavement room.
Holmefield Veterinary Clinic is a friendly, long-established 100% small animal practice serving the Brayton and Sherburn-in-Elmet areas with a 26-strong team of experienced vets, qualified and trainee nurses, and reception and administration staff. The team has recently completed the Vets Now Emergency and Critical Care Certificate, reflecting their commitment to learning, development, and clinical excellence. The practice operates a strong, inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged to follow their interests and be the best version of themselves.
The clinic's mission is to deliver professional veterinary care that meets clients' expectations for complete diagnostics, treatment, and preventative health advice at all life stages. Staff wellbeing is a priority, with mental health first aiders available on every shift and a range of wellbeing resources. Professional development is actively supported with CPD funding and access to the IVC Evidensia Academy.