Veterinary Surgeon Small Animal

Beech House Veterinary Centre, Bitterne; England; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Southampton seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to provide clinical leadership and assist in mentoring new vets. This full-time role offers a balanced 40-hour work week with a dedicated surgical day, focusing primarily on consultations. Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, along with excellent resources and support in a well-equipped environment. The practice emphasizes work-life balance and professional development through CPD opportunities and more.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1,250 CPD allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Surgeon with clinical responsibilities.
• Ability to mentor and support newly qualified veterinarians.
• Proficiency in routine surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Contribute clinical leadership and shape practice's future.
• Support and develop newly qualified vets.
• Provide consultations and perform surgeries.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Experience with cats and dogs

Surgical skills

Mentorship for new vets

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Salary up to £70,000 DOE and relocation allowance up to £5,000

Beech House Vets has proudly supported the local community for over 50 years and continues to grow as a trusted, well‑established practice. We are now seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to support our team, contribute clinical leadership and help shape the next phase of our journey.

A Role Built for Clinical Confidence

This role offers a balanced and structured working week, with one dedicated surgical day and the remaining time focused primarily on consultations. Our caseload is largely cats and dogs, alongside rabbits and occasional small furries. While surgeries are generally routine, having Vets Now on site allows exposure to a wider range of cases and excellent case continuity. You will be fully supported by modern facilities including piped Isoflo anaesthesia, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, ECG with both in‑house monitoring and external interpretation, air‑driven dental equipment, and a laboratory capable of full biochemistry and haematology.

Autonomy, Mentorship and Impact

There are elements of sole charge within this role, making it ideal for a confident, experienced vet who enjoys autonomy and responsibility. You will also play a key role in supporting and developing newly qualified vets, sharing your experience while maintaining high clinical standards across the practice.

A Spacious, Well‑Equipped Environment

Beech House Vets operates from a large converted house, offering a light and welcoming reception, six consultation rooms including a dedicated RVN consult space, and a large prep and theatre area. The practice also includes a fully equipped laboratory, isolation facilities, separate cat and dog wards, quiet office space for admin, a comfortable staff room with refreshment facilities and on‑site parking.

A Working Pattern That Respects Balance

This is a full‑time role working 40 hours across four days, with a one in four Saturday morning rota from 8:15 am to 12:15 pm. There is no out‑of‑hours or on‑call work.

A Team That Values Expertise

You will be joining a team of six vets, five RVNs, two SVNs and a dedicated client care team. The practice is home to a vet with a certificate in diagnostic imaging and another working towards a certificate in small animal surgery. We are very open to supporting further qualifications.

Living and Working in Southampton

Southampton offers an excellent quality of life, combining city convenience with easy access to nature. With the New Forest and South Downs close by, plus coastal walks, sailing and green spaces on your doorstep, it’s ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors. Strong transport links, including direct trains to London, make Southampton a fantastic location.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

• Work‑life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
• Development
• £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1,250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships
• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS Fees
• Colleague Benefits
• Company pension scheme – IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
• Salary up to £70,000 DOE