Veterinary Surgeon - Mixed Animal

British Veterinary Association; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at Border Vets as a Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon, where your ambition is supported. This full-time role involves diverse responsibilities across small animal, farm, and equine work, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Enjoy the attractive location near the Lake District while providing excellent care in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for your own pets

Qualifications

• Passionate about animal care and client service.
• Enthusiastic and ambitious.
• Willingness to engage in continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care across a varied caseload of small animals, farm animals, and equine work.
• Participate in clinical discussions and ongoing development.
• Contribute to a supportive and fun-loving team environment.

Skills

Exceptional client service

High-quality care

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Join the Border Vets team - where ambition meets support

Border Vets are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and ambitious Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and dedicated team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering exceptional client service and high-quality care across a varied caseload. With a split of approximately 70% small animal, 20% farm, and 10% equine work, this role offers great diversity and scope to grow. You'll be part of a supportive environment where your skills will be nurtured, and your career can truly thrive-all while having fun along the way

What you'll be stepping into

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that's why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.

The full-time hours for this role would be working 40 hours per week across 4 days, with a share in 1 in 4 weeks on call & 1 weeknight on call. We are open to speaking to candidates that are looking for part time or flexible working hours.

Why join our team?

Our practice is ideally situated on the outskirts of the stunning Lake District, just 30 minutes from the fells, lakes, Hadrian's Wall, and the scenic borderlands. It's a fantastic location for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors and wants to make the most of their time outside of work.

At Eden & Border Vets, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive, and fun-loving team. Our philosophy is simple: treat every pet as if they were our own. We go the extra mile to ensure our patients feel relaxed and comfortable, making each visit as stress-free and positive as possible-for both animals and their owners.

We're a forward-thinking practice that values collaboration, actively involving all team members in clinical discussions and the ongoing development of our processes. Across Eden & Border, our combined team includes 9 dedicated vets, 7 registered veterinary nurses, 1 student veterinary nurse, 1 animal care assistant, a practice director, and a fantastic reception team. We are a nurse training practice and strongly encourage CPD and professional development across all roles and disciplines.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

Certificate support

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice