Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Mixed

British Veterinary Association; Maghera; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group located in Maghera is seeking a new graduate for their Veterinary Academy. This role offers hands-on experience supporting both farm and small animals, with dedicated mentorship and opportunities for growth. You will enjoy a competitive starting salary from £36,000, alongside great benefits such as generous holiday allowance, a pension scheme, and support for ongoing learning. Join a community where you are seen and valued as an integral part of the team.

Benefits

£1,250 wellbeing fund

6.6 weeks holiday

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• You will be required to work with both farm and small animals.
• A full driving license is required for the company van.
• Experience is valued, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Work a 40-hour week with on-call duty once a week.
• Provide veterinary care primarily for farm animals.
• Support small animal care when required.

Skills

Strong veterinary knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Digital x-ray

Laboratory equipment

Job description

You

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

At IVCEvidensia, 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 Glenshane Vets:

Glenshane Veterinary Clinics are a group of practices located in Londonderry, Coleraine and Dungiven. You will be mainly based at our Maghera branch in Londonderry but will also be required to work at our Fairhill and Dungiven sites. We are located in the countryside, but not far from city life, at the foot of Sperrin Mountains and beautiful North Coast. 45 minutes from local airports and have good bus connection to Belfast, Derry and North Coast (45min). We have lots of good sporting facilities including gyms, football, rugby, hockey nearby and 2 local towns with shopping facilities maximum less than 5 mile.

We are a supportive and dedicated team of 6 Vets, 5 Nurses and an excellent management and administrative team. Within our team, we have one Vet studying for an SA certificate in Internal Medicine, and 1 Vet studying for a farm certificate in Cattle Health. Most of our staff have been with Glenshane for 5 years+ and we hold yearly staff activities to keep teamwork at a high standard.

Practice facilities and equipment include easyscan, cattle crush for feet pairing and ex l‑p/c‑section, Ovocyte, small ruminant operation table, horse stock, electro ejaculator for large animals, idexx lab station, microscope, digital x‑ray, SA ultrasound, SA endoscope, SA hospitalisation facilities, Merlin PMS, dentistry machine, specific surgery kits and so much more.

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

You will work 40 hours per week, 9am - 6pm for four days a week and one day 9am - 1pm. There will be 1 on‑call night per week and 1 on‑call weekend in 4.

You will be supported by a dedicated Clinical Coach.

Caseload split of 70% Farm and 30% Small Animal.

You will be provided with a company van – a full driving licence is required.

Short term accommodation possible.

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 IVCEvidensia 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.

Join our Graduate Academy.

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