Veterinary Surgeon

inspiring vet care; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks’ holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Car scheme

Retail discounts

Discounted veterinary care for your

Job summary

Knockanboy Veterinary Clinic in Coleraine and Dervock, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Small Animal or Mixed Veterinary Surgeon for a full-time permanent role. The position offers a salary up to £60,000 DOE and a friendly, supportive team culture with a well-established client base.

The role involves working across both sites with a predictable rota designed for good work‑life balance. You’ll join 13 vets across small animal, farm and mixed practice, with weekend on-call and an off‑in‑lieu

Qualifications

• Must be RCVS registered, or eligible for RCVS registration.

Responsibilities

• Based across Coleraine and Dervock sites with a fixed rota to support work-life balance.
• 35-hour week across four days, with shifts roughly 9:00–18:30 and a shared Saturday rota (1 in 4).
• Participation in an out-of-hours rota for small animals, with a day off in lieu following on-call weekends.
• Opportunity to work with small animal, farm and mixed practice interests, including dedicated farm work for those interested.

Job description

Small Animal or Mixed Veterinary Surgeon

Knockanboy Veterinary Clinic | Coleraine & Dervock, Northern Ireland

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary up to £60,000 DOE

A Great Veterinary Role, a Great Team, and Always a Good Cup of Tea

If you're looking for a veterinary role where you'll be supported, trusted and genuinely enjoy coming to work each day, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team at Knockanboy Veterinary Clinic, working across our practices in Coleraine and Dervock. Whether you're a dedicated Small Animal Vet or a Mixed Vet who enjoys keeping a hand in farm work, we're happy to shape the role around the right person.

Our practices are busy, well-established and deeply rooted within the local community. You'll find a welcoming team, loyal clients, interesting caseloads and a genuinely supportive environment where people look out for one another. We're also serious about two things here: excellent patient care and making sure the kettle is always on. Tea and coffee are never in short supply and are very much part of the culture across both sites.

Why Join Knockanboy?

You’ll become part of a team of 13 vets, spanning small animal, farm and mixed practice, supported by an experienced team of Registered Veterinary Nurses and a dedicated support team who keep everything running smoothly.

Collaboration is a huge part of life here. Whether you're discussing a complex case, developing a clinical interest or simply looking for a second opinion, there is always someone happy to help. We value teamwork, kindness and creating an environment where everyone can do their best work while still enjoying their day.

Located on Northern Ireland's stunning North Coast, you'll have beautiful beaches, coastal walks, countryside and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep, all while enjoying a relaxed pace of life and a strong sense of community.

The Role

This position is based across our Coleraine and Dervock sites, with a predictable rota designed to provide consistency wherever possible. We aim to offer fixed days off each week to help with work-life balance and planning outside of work.

The role is based on a 35‑hour week worked across four days, with typical shifts running from 9:00am to 6:30pm. There is a shared Saturday rota of 1 in 4 Saturdays from 9:00am until 1:00pm.

You’ll also take part in our shared small animal out-of-hours rota, currently around 1 in 10 weekends and weeknights, alongside a neighbouring IVC practice. To recognise this commitment, we provide a full day off in lieu following an on‑call weekend, giving you time to recharge.

For vets with an interest in mixed practice, we're fortunate to have a dedicated farm team in Dervock and can offer exposure tailored to your interests. If you'd like to maintain your mixed skills or gradually increase your farm caseload, we're happy to have that conversation.

Flexible working arrangements can also be considered. Once weekend and on‑call commitments are covered, we're open to discussing schedules that work for both you and the team.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a friendly, approachable Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys building relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

You might be an experienced vet looking for a fresh challenge, or someone earlier in your career who values support and mentorship. What's most important is a positive attitude, a team‑focused approach and a commitment to delivering excellent patient care.

You must be RCVS registered, or eligible for RCVS registration.

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well‑being. 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

• 7 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 £60,000 DOE