Veterinary Surgeon - Farm

VC Evidensia UK; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BVA membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon in Haywards Heath to provide high-quality care and support clinical development. The role involves working collaboratively with a dynamic team, ensuring excellent patient and client care.

You will have opportunities for career progression, funded learning, and mentoring in a supportive environment. With private medical insurance and a competitive salary up to £50,000, this position is ideal for motivated professionals committed to veterinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Potential involvement in student teaching and mentoring.
• Emergency and out-of-hours work.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach to learning

High-quality patient and client care

Education

Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS

Job description

Salary up to £50,000, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000, plus Welcome Bonus up to £3,000

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.

We’re a 100% farm animal veterinary practice committed to supporting our local farming community. Based in West Sussex and covering the South East, we deliver specialist care tailored to the realities of modern livestock farming.

We pride ourselves on being approachable, practical and easy to work with. From herd health planning to emergency visits, we build close, genuine relationships with our farmers and work alongside them to keep herds and flocks healthy, productive and thriving.

Opportunity to be part of a growing, forward-thinking practice.

Working with progressive commercial client

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Small Animal 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

• From herd health planning to emergency visits
• Potential involvement in student teaching and mentoring
• Emergency and out-of-hours work (currently 1 in 2, but generally quiet)
• 40 hours Monday-Friday. Office opening hours are 8am to 4pm

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

• 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.

Mid Downs Farm Vets

Home Farm, Staplefield, Haywards Heath, RH176AP, 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.