Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

RCVS fees

Cycle to Work

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

Oakfield Vets in Birmingham is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team. The role involves assisting in surgical procedures and offering expert advice during consultations across a varied caseload.

The position is mainly at Castle Bromwich with occasional coverage at Tamworth and Atherstone. A more experienced candidate capable of sole charge is preferred. A four-day week with a Saturday rota, no out-of-hours requirements, and 15-minute consults are offered.

Qualifications

• 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 relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive approach to learning and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• As a 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Professionalism

Patient care

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration

Job description

Permanent Veterinary Surgeon at Oakfield Vets, Birmingham

Up to £65,000 (DOE)

Welcome bonus of up to £5000 (pro rata)

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.

At Oakfield, you'll experience the excitement of each day being unique. Your role will involve a range of tasks, from assisting in surgical procedures to providing expert advice during consultations, your daily routine will offer a diverse and stimulating mix of responsibilities. This variety not only keeps your work engaging and interesting but also provides you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a varied professional environment. This role will mainly be based at our Castle Bromwich site, but there will be occasions in which you'll be needed to cover our other sites in Tamworth and Atherstone. Ideally, we're looking for a more experienced candidate, who'd be capable of covering periods of sole charge.

The rota

Understanding that achieving work-life balance is key to bringing out the best in our people, we're dedicated to supporting this for our colleagues. Everyone leads multifaceted lives with diverse demands and priorities beyond their careers, and we're passionate about making it effortless for you to strike that perfect balance. Your typical working hours would be 8am - 7pm across a four-day week, along with the shared Saturday rota. There is no out-of-hours requirement. We are closed on Sundays and Bank holidays. We offer 15-minute consulting appointments and surgery time each weekday.

How You'll Make a Difference

As a 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.

About Us

We are proud to have a close-knit supportive team of 8 vets, 13 nurses, 2 SVNs, 1 VCA, 4 receptionists, a Client Coordinator, Mental Health First Aider, Feline and Canine Behaviourists, Small Animal Medicine and Exotics Certificate holders, as well as an Advanced Practitioner as part of our team. We encourage all interests, CPD, and certificate ambitions. We have most gadgets including: Digital Radiography, Dental Radiography, Laser and Ultrasound including cardiac probe. We are also an ISFM Cat Friendly Silver Accredited practice. We actively encourage our team members to contribute ideas and suggestions so we can continue improving our standards as high as possible to benefit staff, clients and our patients.

Here's what the team has to say

"I joined Oakfield Veterinary Group in 2011. I had previously done work experience and EMS with the practice and had loved my time there. I completed my Small Animal Medicine Certificate and became Senior Veterinary Surgeon within a couple of years, and took on the role of Clinical Director in 2019. I am very proud of these achievements and of the fact that I get to lead such a fantastic team of Vets, Nurses, Animal Assistants and Receptionists. I thoroughly enjoy my job and am excited for the future of Oakfield. I intend to continue ensuring that we provide the best possible care and service to our patients, and clients, while maintaining the best working environment we can." CD - Emma

A great mix of rural countryside & city life

Castle Bromwich is a vibrant suburb in the northeast of Birmingham, known for its friendly community and excellent transport links. The area combines historic charm - with landmarks like Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens, with modern amenities including local shops, schools and green space. It's convenient access to the M6 and nearby business hubs makes it an ideal location for both work and leisure.

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

• 6.6 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.