
Join a supportive Lake District practice for a 12-month maternity cover role. You'll work alongside experienced vets, develop your emergency nursing skills, and enjoy the lifestyle benefits of working in beautiful Windermere.
1 weekday night on-call per week plus share of Sunday out-of-hours rota, typically 1 in 4. On-call retainer paid with overtime for callouts.
This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover position at a well-established practice in Windermere, starting September/October. You'll work full-time (35 hours per week over 5 days) in a collaborative, supportive team environment. The role includes one weekday night on-call plus a share of the out-of-hours Sunday rota, typically 1 in 4, with on-call retainers paid and overtime for callouts.
Your day-to-day will span theatre nursing, inpatient care, consultations, laboratory work, radiography and dentistry. The out-of-hours work provides valuable exposure to emergency cases, allowing you to build confidence, expand your clinical skills and enjoy a diverse, rewarding nursing role.
Oakhill Veterinary Group in Windermere is a 3-star rated, RCVS accredited practice with a reputation for high clinical standards and positive workplace culture. The team includes 8 dedicated veterinary surgeons, 4 of whom hold specialist certificates. The practice is well-equipped with a fully equipped operating theatre, dental x-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory and a state-of-the-art Animal Rehabilitation Centre featuring an underwater treadmill, K-laser, physiotherapy, massage and acupuncture services. The practice is part of the VetPartners family and has been recognised as an Employer of the Year for outstanding team culture and support.