New Graduate Role - Lancashire - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable independent veterinary practice in Lancashire is seeking a New Graduate Veterinary Surgeon to begin in September 2025. This role offers structured mentoring and exposure to a variety of clinical cases in a supportive environment, ideal for recent veterinary graduates aiming for professional development.

Benefits

12 weeks' on-site accommodation

Annual salary reviews

Structured induction

Mentorship from experienced team

Access to diverse clinical cases

Qualifications

• Ideal for a 2025 veterinary graduate.
• Desire to learn and high standards of care are essential.
• Must be eager to start a career in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive 4-week induction.
• Join the OOH rota after 12 weeks.
• Provide clinical care alongside experienced veterinarians.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Commitment to patient care

Eagerness to learn

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

New Graduate Veterinary Surgeon

Independent Practice

Lancashire

• Start Date: September 2025
• Salary: £37,000 + Annual Reviews
• Location: Lancashire, UK
• Sector: Small Animal
• Type: Permanent, Full-Time

GVC are proud to be assisting a highly respected independent veterinary group in Lancashire in their search for a New Graduate Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated and experienced team from September 2025.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent graduate to join a supportive, clinically rich environment where learning and development are truly prioritised. The successful candidate will benefit from structured mentorship, diverse case exposure, and the opportunity to work within a close-knit team across three well-established sites.

The Role:

• Full-time, permanent position starting in September 2025
• Comprehensive 4-week structured induction to support the transition into practice
• Graduated introduction to OOH responsibilities, with full rota participation after 12 weeks
• OOH rota shared across 8 vets, covering in-house patients and supporting four additional local practices
• On-site accommodation provided for the first 12 weeks (if required)

About the Practice:

• Independent veterinary group with three sites (two consulting-only branches and one main hospital site)
• Team of 20 veterinary surgeons offering a wealth of in-house knowledge and mentorship
• Rarely refer cases externally, ensuring excellent clinical exposure for new graduates

In-house areas of interest include:

• Two soft tissue surgeons
• Internal medicine expertise
• A vet completing an ophthalmology certificate
• Interest in orthopaedic surgery

On-site GDP advisor to support new graduates in line with the VetGDP framework

A collaborative, friendly, and supportive team culture

Candidate Profile:

This role is ideally suited for a 2025 veterinary graduate looking to begin their career within a nurturing and clinically progressive independent practice. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, eager to learn, and committed to providing high standards of patient care.

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary: £37,000

Annual salary reviews every September

12 weeks' on-site accommodation provided (if required)

Structured induction and VetGDP support

Access to a wide variety of clinical cases and mentorship from experienced colleagues

If you are a new graduate seeking an exciting and supportive first role within a practice that prioritises development and in-house learning, this is a rare opportunity not to be missed.

To apply or find out more, please contact the team at GVC today.

Confidential discussions welcome.

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