Veterinary Surgeon

IVC Evidensia UK; Coleraine; Remote; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

RCVS fees & VDS cover

Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

Knockanboy Veterinary Clinic in Coleraine and Dervock, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly team. The role supports both small animal and mixed practice work, with a 35-hour week and a balanced rota designed to provide consistency and days off.

The team offers a collaborative environment with experienced nurses and a strong community focus. RCVS registration or eligibility is required, and the clinic promotes good patient care and a welcoming culture.

Qualifications

• You must be RCVS registered, or eligible for RCVS registration.
• Looking for a friendly, approachable Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys building relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Open to experienced vets or those earlier in their career who value support and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care across Knockanboy Veterinary Clinic’s Coleraine and Dervock sites.
• Work across small animal and mixed practice duties as appropriate.
• Maintain work-life balance with a fixed rota and scheduled days off.

Skills

RCVS registered

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. Whether 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.

Interested?

We'd love to tell you more about the role, the team and life at Knockanboy. If you're looking for a supportive practice where you can build your career while enjoying everything the North Coast has to offer, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

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

• 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.

Coleraine Veterinary Practice, 12 Ballyrashane Road, Coleraine, BT52 2NL, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.