New Graduate Veterinary Surgeon Vacancy, Newcastle, North East

Bright Leaf Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a new graduate mixed animal veterinary surgeon. This role focuses on small animal care and includes sharing on-call duties. The practice offers a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on modern medicine, alongside a competitive salary and benefits, including enrollment in the Veterinary Graduate Development Programme and generous CPD allowance.

Benefits

Enrollment in Veterinary Graduate Development Programme

Starting salary of £34,500 for four days/week

Minimum of six weeks of paid annual leave

Profit-sharing scheme

RCVS and VDS membership fees covered

Generous CPD allowance

Pension and BUPA healthcare

Visa sponsorship available

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, with a willingness to grow in a welcoming, experienced, and passionate environment.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Caseload distribution: approx. 85% small animals, 10% equine, 5% farm work.
• On-call duties: one night per week, always with support.
• Saturday morning rota: one in three.

Skills

Ability to drive a manual vehicle in the UK

Enthusiastic

Commitment to high-quality patient care

Job description

Overview

An independent veterinary practice with over 100 years of history is looking for a new graduate mixed animal veterinary surgeon to join their fantastic team. They offer a friendly and supportive work environment, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, modern medicine and surgery. Based in the heart of North East England, ideally located with easy access to transport links, city life, countryside, and the coast.

Responsibilities

• Caseload distribution: approximately 85% small animals, 10% equine, and 5% farm work (a small animal-only role is also available).
• On-call duties: one night per week, always with support from another vet.
• On-call rotation: one full weekend every six, with the following week free of night on call and either Friday or Monday off for a long weekend.
• Saturday morning rota: one in three, with one of those shifts forming part of the full weekend on call.
• Bank holiday cover is shared equally among the team.

Benefits and Support

• Enrollment in the Veterinary Graduate Development Programme (VetGDP).
• Starting salary: £34,500 for a four-day week or £39,000 for a five-day week.
• After a weeknight on call (Mon–Thu), you’ll have the following afternoon off.
• Minimum of six weeks of paid annual leave, with your birthday off after completing a successful six-month probation.
• Profit-sharing scheme with a 12-month salary review and annual salary reviews thereafter.
• No sole-charge on-call work.
• RCVS and VDS membership fees covered; generous CPD allowance with regular in-house sessions.
• Pension, BUPA healthcare, accommodation and/or a company car available (starting salary adjusted if either is provided).
• Staff discount on pet treatments after probation; full sickness pay after 12 months.
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates under the lower salary threshold.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to drive a manual vehicle in the UK.
• Enthusiastic, with a willingness to grow in a welcoming, experienced, and passionate environment.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and client service.

How to Apply

To learn more about this opportunity or to apply, please contact [e-mail] or call 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses in finding ideal roles.

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