Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Bournemouth seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. The role offers flexibility with full-time, part-time, and flexible working options, focusing on continued learning and professional development. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment in a well-equipped clinic.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• A couple of years of experience in veterinary practice.
• Ability to work in a supportive team environment.
• Willingness to engage in continued learning and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Join a friendly and supportive team as a Veterinary Surgeon.
• Participate in a 1 in 4 Saturday rota.
• Contribute to a Gold Cat-Friendly Clinic environment.

Skills

Experience in veterinary practice

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Salary of up to £75,000 DOE

Welcome Bonus up to £5,000

Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

We would welcome Full Time, Part Time, and Flexible Working Options.

Join a fantastic practice - Accommodation Available if needed.

We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team. This role can be tailored to your strengths and interests, with a strong focus on continued learning and CPD within the practice. If you have a couple of years of experience and are keen to take the next step, keep reading. This role will be primarily based at our Kinson branch, with opportunities to cover at Alderney if needed.

Find Flexibility With Us - No OOH

The full-time position is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a mix of early and late shifts. You will also be required to participate in a 1 in 4 Saturday rota between 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. No Out-Of-Hours work. If you are interested in part-time or flexible work, we would love to hear from you to see if we can accommodate both your needs and the practice's.

We also have accommodation available for the right candidate, whether you're looking to move to the area or require housing assistance. Please let us know.

A glimpse into our Gold Cat-Friendly Clinic

We are a first-opinion small animal practice with branches in Bournemouth and Poole. Our sites are fully equipped with digital X-rays and ultrasounds. Our Bournemouth location has in-house lab machines, therapeutic laser, and dental radiography. We are proud to be a Gold Cat-Friendly Clinic.

Our Poole site houses all our endoscopy equipment, including rigid and flexible scopes, and performs all laparoscopic spays. We are located on the south coast, close to beaches and the New Forest, with convenient transport links to Bournemouth and Poole town centres.

Find a team that cares

Our unique selling point is our people — vets, nurses, receptionists, and admin staff who make Aniwell a great practice. We are well-staffed with a high ratio of qualified veterinary nurses, student nurses, receptionists, and support staff. Our team includes professionals pursuing advanced certificates and specializations.

Because our people matter

We recognize our staff as fundamental to our success. We invest in our people, premises, and processes. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, surrogacy pay)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Support for non-accidental injuries

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro-rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for vets and nurses
• £1250 annual Care Fund for vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits - discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway
• Pension scheme - 5% employee / 3% employer contribution
• Discounted staff pet care