Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

inspiring vet care; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Private medical insurance

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Summerhill Veterinary Centre in Fakenham, Norfolk, now moving to a brand-new premises, seeks a veterinary surgeon to join a friendly, single-site practice. The role offers up to £75,000 DOE plus a relocation allowance up to £3,000 and a supportive team environment with OOH and on-call duties.

You will work with 11 veterinary nurses, 2 care assistants, 5 receptionists and 4 admin staff, delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to the clinic’s development and culture.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility) required.
• Experience with routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Standard hours Mon-Fri 08:30-17:30 with flexibility.
• OOH service for registered clients (no routine consultations).
• On-call: 1 in 7 (Mon-Sat) and 1 in 8 (Sun).
• Rota is shared and may flex with team needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Proactive learning

Clinical excellence

Client relationships

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration (or eligibility)

Job description

Salary up to £75,000 DOE plus up to £3,000 Relocation Allowance

Summerhill Veterinary Centre is a friendly, well-equipped, single-site small animal practice that has served Fakenham, Norfolk since 1993.

In April 2026, we will moved into a brand-new purpose-built premises featuring more consulting rooms, hydrotherapy, and separate dog and cat waiting areas and kennels.

We are an RCVS-accredited first-opinion practice that also accepts local referrals and supports veterinary nurse training. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, compassionate care while maintaining a genuinely supportive team environment.

Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are very important to us, reflected in our low turnover and experienced, stable team.

We actively encourage team members to develop their interests and find their niche within the practice.

Located in a welcoming market town, we are close to the North Norfolk coast and the Norfolk Broads, and around 1 hour 45 minutes from central London by train.

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.

Practice Highlights

We are currently 7 vets and are recruiting an 8th vet to join our supportive team.

• 11 Veterinary Nurses
• 2 Veterinary Care Assistants
• 5 Receptionists
• 4 Administrative Support Staff

We have strong clinical expertise within the team, including multiple certificate holders and RCVS Advanced Practitioners across surgery, medicine, ECC, imaging and ophthalmology.

Our nurses are highly involved clinically and run their own clinics, helping us deliver truly holistic patient care.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:30 (with flexibility and scheduled days off)

We provide our own OOH service for registered clients (no routine consultations).

• Weekday on-call: 17:30-08:30
• Weekend duty: Saturday or Sunday (08:30-08:30)
• On-call frequency:
• 1 in 7 (Mon-Sat)
• 1 in 8 (Sun)

The rota is shared and may flex slightly depending on team needs.

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.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £75,000 DOE