Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Elgin; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus up to £3,000

Relocation allowance up to £1,000

Private medical insurance

6.8 weeks' holiday including bank & BH

Job summary

Wards Veterinary Centre in Elgin is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced, supportive team. This is a full-time role, with part-time applicants considered.

Salary up to £70,000 DOE, with a welcome bonus up to £3,000 and relocation allowance up to £1,000. Based in the heart of Moray, we care for cats, dogs, rabbits and other small animals, supported by modern equipment including ultrasound, ECG, digital x-ray and IDEXX in-house lab.

Job description

Salary up to £70,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £3,000 plus up to £1,000 Relocation Allowance

Are you looking for a role where you can deliver exceptional patient care, supported by a friendly and experienced team in a beautiful part of the country? Look no further.

At Wards Veterinary Centre, we're passionate about providing up-to-date veterinary services, outstanding patient care, and excellent client communication. Based in the heart of Elgin, we care for cats, dogs, rabbits, and other small animals across Moray and the surrounding areas. We're proud to be a Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic, and our team strives every day to help our patients live happy, healthy lives.

We're looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced and supportive team. This is a full-time position, but we're happy to consider part-time applicants too.

Why Join Wards?

• A welcoming, experienced team of 6 vets, 7 RVNs, 1 SVN, 1 VCA, 3 support staff, and a Practice Manager
• Modern equipment including ultrasound, ECG, digital x-ray, endoscope, IDEXX in-house lab, and a large operating theatre and prep room
• A single-site, training practice where consulting and operating are split between vets to maintain balance
• Supportive nursing team providing a high standard of wrap-around care
• Consulting hours: 8:30am-5:30pm
• Operating hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
• One late shift (10:00am-7:00pm) per week on average
• Occasional OOH cover in Inverness if required - usually handled by their own staff
• We encourage all team members to be actively involved in training and development and are committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace.

About Elgin, Moray

Elgin offers a stunning quality of life, surrounded by coastal beauty, forests, and mountains. With easy access to outdoor adventures and a relaxed pace of life, it's the perfect location for anyone looking to balance work and leisure in a scenic setting.

If you're an enthusiastic vet who values team spirit, high standards of care, and a good work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

How We'll Support You

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

• 6.8 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 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.

Up to £70,000 DOE