Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Emscote Vets; Warwick; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Private medical

Family leave

RCVS fees

Cycle to work

Green car scheme

Retail discounts

Pet care discount

Job summary

Emscote Vets in Warwick, UK, is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly small animal practice. You’ll work with the wider team to deliver high-quality patient and client care across a varied caseload while developing your clinical interests.

We offer structured development, CPD, and a supportive culture with career progression across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility).
• Experience in clinical practice with routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Willingness to learn, openness to feedback and development.
• Professional, reliable, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Work with the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient and client care.
• Develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues and the team.
• Contribute positively to the clinical culture of the practice.
• Adapt to a 40-hour week with 4x10h shifts and 1 in 4 Saturdays; rota flexibility.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Professionalism

Client relationships

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Emscote Vets is a friendly and well-established small animal practice located in the historic town of Warwick. We are passionate about delivering exceptional veterinary care while maintaining a warm, supportive, and welcoming environment for both our clients and team members.

Practice Highlights

We offer a wide range of services, including preventative healthcare, vaccinations, consultations, microchipping, neutering, dentistry, and routine surgical procedures. Our focus is on providing compassionate, personalised care while supporting the ongoing health and wellbeing of our patients.

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

At Emscote Vets, we believe great veterinary care starts with a great team. If you're looking to join a supportive practice where your contribution is valued and you can make a real difference to patients and clients alike, we'd love to hear from you. Ideally you will be working 40 hours per week, 4 10 hour shifts plus 1 in 4 Saturdays however we do have flexibility within our rota and are open to other rota patterns

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Up to £65,000 pa DOE