Veterinary Surgeon - FTC

British Veterinary Association; Bourne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Bourne seeks a first opinion general practice vet for 12 months maternity cover. This flexible full or part-time role involves providing high-quality care for small animals and exotic species, with opportunities for professional development. The practice offers excellent support, a varied workload, and numerous wellbeing benefits. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic vets with a passion for animal welfare.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance with paid leave

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and passionate about animal health.
• Able to consult, investigate, operate, and follow cases.
• Experience in first opinion practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support for small animals and exotic species.
• Handle a varied and interesting caseload.
• Participate in out-of-hours care provided by Vets Now.

Skills

First opinion veterinary practice

Client relationship skills

Job description

At Animates, we have an opportunity for an enthusiastic, first opinion general practice vet to join the team full or part-time for 12 months maternity cover. This role offers a varied and interesting caseload with opportunities to consult, investigate, operate, and follow cases through.

Flexible Hours to suit you

The standard full-time rota consists of 40 hours per week over 4 days, between 8am to 7pm. Shifts run from Monday to Saturday, with Saturday finishing at 5pm. All vets share the Saturday rota equally, allowing for flexible days off. We are also open to discussing bespoke part-time rotas during the interview process.

About us

We are a busy first opinion, 2-site small animal practice, developing our Thurlby location into separate buildings for cats and dogs to enhance care. Our fully equipped practice includes 7 vets, 9 RVNs, and 10 support staff, with a focus on training and development. We provide high-quality care for small animals and exotic species, with additional specialist support for orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery. Out-of-hours care is provided by Vets Now in Peterborough.

Consulting vets have support from a dispensary nurse, allowing for 20-minute consultations focused on building client relationships. We prioritize team wellbeing, structured workflows, and offer regular wellbeing activities and events.

Ideal Location

The practice is located near Peterborough and Stamford, offering excellent transport links, a vibrant high street, and outdoor leisure activities at Rutland Water.

Because our people matter

We value our team and invest in their wellbeing, premises, and processes. Benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing initiatives

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with paid CPD leave
• Certificate support and training opportunities
• Access to Vetlexicon and research funding
• Care Fund and quality improvement programs

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with contributions
• Schemes for greener commuting
• Voluntary benefits and retail discounts
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC practices

We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during recruitment.