Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary medicine invites recent graduates to join their Graduate Academy programme. This unique opportunity offers a structured pathway to veterinary excellence, combining practical and online learning experiences. You will be supported by a dedicated mentor and a friendly team, ensuring you thrive in your new role. With a focus on well-being, the programme provides excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and professional development opportunities. This is your chance to launch a rewarding career in a supportive environment, making a real difference in animal care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks holiday per year

Your birthday as a paid day off

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Professional memberships covered

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Supportive mentorship and well-being programs are provided.

Responsibilities

• Work between Durham and Chester Le Street sites, providing veterinary care.
• Participate in a Saturday rota, working 1 in 5 Saturdays.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

CPD Development

Mentorship

Wellbeing Support

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscope

Job description

Shape your journey, shape the future

No matter where your passion in veterinary medicine lies, the IVC Evidensia Graduate Academy programme offers a comprehensive and tailored learning experience to support you in achieving your potential.

Are you a recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduate looking to embark on a successful and fulfilling career in veterinary medicine?

Embark on an extraordinary journey with our Graduate Academy programme, designed to help you unlock your potential and achieve veterinary excellence. Discover practical and online CPD development opportunities. Feel empowered with mentor and well-being support, alongside a host of benefits and rewards.

Unlock your passions at Abbey Veterinary Centre

Abbey Veterinary Centre is a group of two small animal practices located in Durham. We are located less than 30 minutes from Newcastle International Airport. You will be working between both our Durham and Chester Le Street sites.

We have an experienced team of 9 Vets and 12 Nurses as well as a fantastic support and administrative team. Within our team, we have certificate holders in Dental, Medicine and Soft Tissue and Surgery. Practice facilities include digital x-ray, dental x-ray, multi-parameter, laser, endoscope, ultrasound and more.

Step into a supportive start

40 hours per week working four 10 hour shifts Monday – Friday. You will be part of our Saturday rota working 1 in 5 Saturdays, supported by our friendly and supportive Senior Vets and Practice Director.

Be part of something bigger

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to supporting you in shaping your journey to reach your potential, whatever your goals. Our Graduate Academy programme has been developed to offer you the very best:

Boost your learning

Take your career to the next level with our comprehensive blended learning programme, with a choice of streams to fit your career dreams.

Connect, learn, grow

Build lifelong connections with our global community of veterinary professionals, and the opportunity to work at locations across our network as your career progresses.

Unlock your development

Explore your passions with exciting CPD and development opportunities, including the opportunity to apply for the IVC Evidensia Research Fund.

Supported to thrive

Gain invaluable experience and support from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression.

Your wellbeing

Feel empowered with our wellbeing support offering. You will receive £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund.

Benefits and rewards

• Year 1 salary from £34,000 pro rata increasing in year 2
• No financial tie-in
• 6.6 weeks holiday per year
• Your birthday as a paid day off
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia makes a contribution as well.
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing.
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
• Professional memberships – we cover the cost of your RCVS renewal fees and other memberships.

We know how committed you’ve been throughout your studies now let us help you create the perfect launch pad to a bright career. At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.