Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Equine

Scarsdale Vets Derbyshire; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in the East Midlands is seeking a new graduate for an equine position. You will work in a supportive team environment, providing care for equine patients and developing your skills under mentorship. This role offers a competitive salary of £36,000, structured support, and opportunities for professional growth. A great start for your veterinary career in an engaging and friendly setting.

Benefits

£1,250 per year for wellbeing initiatives

6.6 weeks of holiday

Company pension with IVC contribution

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid professional memberships

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree required for providing equine healthcare.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a supportive environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a veterinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for equine patients under the guidance of experienced vets.
• Participate in on-call and weekend rotas with support.
• Assist in various clinical procedures and learning environments.

Skills

Equine care experience

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

You

Stepping into your future - ready to learn, grow, and do meaningful work that matters.

At IVC Evidensia, you’ll find a place where you can be yourself, supported by people who want to see you thrive. You’ll get hands‑on experience, build your confidence, and discover just how far your passion can take you.

Unlock Your Passions at Scarsdale Vets:

Scarsdale Vets are a group of Veterinary practices in the Midlands, with eleven small animal practices across Derby & Burton, a state‑of‑the‑art small animal hospital and dedicated teams of Farm and Equine vets serving the East Midlands region. You will be based at our Farm and Equine practice in Markeaton. We are close to M1, have good rail links and are less than 30 minutes away from East Midlands Airport.

We have a supportive team of 7 Equine Vets, supported by our nursing team of 6, including a qualified EVN and 3 student EVN's. Everyone is super friendly and work well together. We have regular socials and are a happy friendly team. Within the team, we have three certificate holders, a vet qualified in acupuncture and one of our vets is chair of the IVC equine clinical board. This is an excellent first job for anyone keen to be well supported in an equine practice with a friendly team and a broad range of bonded clients.

We have a fantastic clinic with inpatient and surgical facilities. 16 stables plus paddocks for turnout, indoor and outdoor menage and designated trot up area, stocks and examination room, knockdown box and theatre. Digital radiography and ultrasound machines for clinic and ambulatory use, good dental equipment, gastroscope, endoscope, shockwave and on‑site laboratory.

Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

You will work 40 hours per week. You will be part of our on call and weekend rotas. The rota is generally 1 in 5 with new grads initially shadowing and then as their skills develop taking the lead on call with rota'd support from an experienced vet until they feel fully confident. Following a weekend on duty the following Monday afternoon and Friday whole day are given in lieu. After a night on duty there is an early finish from lunchtime. All our new graduates are well supported when on duty.

We have an experienced stable team as well as younger vets who are all really friendly and approachable with a range of skills and areas of expertise. The practice has extensive experience in supporting new graduates within an ambulatory setting with the benefit of a clinic to support you.

Be Part of Something Bigger - What you’ll get:

• Boost Your Learning - Take your career to the next level with our blended learning programme, tailored to your goals.
• Connect, Learn, Grow - Join a global community of veterinary professionals and access career opportunities across our network.
• Unlock Your Development - Explore CPD and research opportunities, including the IVC Evidensia Research Fund.
• Supported to Thrive - Gain invaluable experience with guidance from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression.
• Your Wellbeing - Feel supported with £1,250 per year to spend via our Care Fund, plus a range of wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits and Rewards:

Enjoy a competitive starting salary from £36,000, alongside a range of benefits designed to help you thrive:

• Salary increase in year 2
• No financial tie‑in
• 6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off
• Company pension with IVC contribution
• Private medical insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
• Retail discounts and cashback
• Discounted pet care at IVC practices
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others)

You

Joining a community where you’re seen, valued, and empowered to have an impact that’s felt. This is more than just your first step - it’s the start of something bigger.

You

Unlimited.

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IVC Evidensia is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

£36,000 per annum pro-rata