Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

White Cross Vets; Coventry; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks holiday incl. bank holidays

CPD allowance and IVC access

BVA membership, VDS & RCVS fees

Cycle to Work & Green Car schemes

Retail discounts & cashback

Reduced-cost veterinary care for your,

Job summary

White Cross Vets Coventry is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to deliver high-quality patient and client care across a diverse caseload. The practice is brand new and equipped with two theatres, dental and imaging suites to support you in delivering first-class care.

You’ll join a supportive team, have opportunities to develop skills in line with your interests, and the role can be full-time, part-time, or term-time only, aligning with your personal life.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive learning with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Collaborate with the wider practice team to maintain clinical excellence.
• Promote preventative healthcare in dogs, cats and rabbits.

Skills

Clinical practice

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Independent work

Client relationships

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

Job description

White Cross Vets Coventry are looking for that special person with a passion for quality to join us on the journey as a Veterinary Surgeon.

The clinic is brand new purpose built and state of the art with two theatres dental suite and imaging suite together with a host of medical equipment to support you to provide first class patient care to the pets in the surrounding area.

If you are passionate about promoting preventative healthcare in dogs, cats and rabbits, and be equally at home in the consult room as in the theatre, this position would be ideal for you. We are passionate about wellbeing, and we are happy to hear to tailor the role around your personal life, being either full-time or part-time, or term-time only.

Our Brand New Practice

Based in Coventry, close to Canley Rail Station and with great road, and air links within a fifteen-minute drive from the clinic. You have the benefit of being close to Birmingham or for those who prefer the out-door life, the Cotswolds are only a short drive away with fantastic walks and scenery.

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.

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.

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.

Up to £65,000 pa DOE