Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank hols

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Welcome bonus up to £8,000

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care in East Grinstead is seeking a dynamic Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team. You’ll work across a varied caseload with support from experienced colleagues, delivering high standards of patient and client care.

We offer a competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE, no out-of-hours commitments, and a comprehensive benefits package including relocation support and a welcome bonus. Full-time across four days with some Saturday mornings, in a nurturing, collaborative practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary degree and registration 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.

Responsibilities

• Consultations and medical case work across a varied caseload.
• Lead and support colleagues while delivering high standards of patient and client care.
• Occasional routine surgery as part of a collaborative team.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical experience

Communication

Team collaboration

CPD willingness

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Relocation Allowance up to £8,000

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.

Salary up to £75,000 DOE

Welcome Bonus up to £8,000

Relocation Allowance up to £8,000

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.

East Grinstead Vets are looking for a dynamic Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team.

The town of East Grinstead has a many sport and leisure facilities, a cinema and easy train links to London. Beautiful Ashdown Forest is on our doorstep and Brighton and the South Downs National Park are within easy reach. Gatwick airport is only 20 minutes away for getting away on those well-earned breaks!

Practice Highlights

• Ultrasound
• Digital x-ray
• Endoscopes
• K-laser
• Full in-house laboratory
• Dedicated dental room with dental x-ray.

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 while leading and supporting those around you.

Day-to-day duties include a mix of consultations, working up medical cases and some routine surgery. You will be responsible for a wide range of cases with support from experienced colleagues.

Joining a team of

• 6 vets
• 6 nurses
• Support of 2 practice managers.

Working Pattern

• No out-of-hours commitment
• 1 in 3 Saturday mornings only
• Genuine flexibility around working hours and rota patterns
• Full-time hours are across 4 days, part time hours considered
• One late finish per week of 7.30pm finish

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 outstanding 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

• 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 and 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, analysing 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 judgement. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £75,000 DOE