Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Bruceview Veterinary Clinic; Stirling; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Central Scotland is seeking an experienced Senior Vet to lead their veterinary team. This role offers a commitment to professional development, generous annual leave, and a supportive work environment. The practice is moving to a new facility, providing exciting opportunities for collaboration and growth. Candidates should be confident team players with a passion for excellence in veterinary care.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Experienced and motivated veterinary professional.
• Confident in leading and developing a team.
• Passionate about animal care and clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of vets and nurses.
• Create a positive and supportive working environment.
• Foster teamwork and promote continuous learning.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Clinical excellence

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Overview

Start the fulfilling career you deserve at Bruceview

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join us as Senior Vet. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career by developing your leadership and management skills, working closely with our established and supportive leadership team. As Senior Vet, you will lead our veterinary team while enjoying plenty of opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, and peer support. We are seeking an experienced and confident vet who communicates effectively, enjoys working as part of a team, and is keen to help shape the future of our practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of vets and nurses, creating a positive and supportive working environment alongside championing excellence in clinical standards and client care while encouraging open case discussions and reflective practice.
• Foster teamwork, promote continuous learning, and support professional development to help colleagues thrive and ensure the best outcomes for patients and clients.

Work-Life Balance

At Bruceview Vets, we understand the importance of flexibility and balance. We offer rota patterns and working hours that can be tailored to your circumstances, and we are committed to finding a schedule that suits you. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, worked over four or five days depending on your preference, with a commitment to 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (9am-1pm).

Why Join Bruceview?

Bruceview Vets is an RCVS-accredited small animal practice in Central Scotland, located close to Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and the Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre. Our modern, well-equipped facility includes three consult rooms, separate dog and cat wards, digital dental X-ray, and acupuncture and chronic pain services. We are also proud to have an Advanced Practitioner in Dentistry who leads our thriving dentistry service.

This coming spring, we are moving into a brand-new, purpose-built facility, opening up even more opportunities for our team and this exciting new role. You will be joining a dedicated team of eight vets, seven registered veterinary nurses, and six support staff who are passionate about their work and committed to supporting one another.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

• Work-life balance
• 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
• Development
• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships
• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Colleague Benefits
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
• Up to £65,000 DOE