Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery; Frodsham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Frodsham is seeking a first opinion veterinary surgeon to join their supportive team. This full-time role offers a structured shift pattern and emphasizes work-life balance with generous leave and CPD opportunities. The ideal candidate will excel in communication, teamwork, and have a commitment to continued professional development.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance of £1250

Discounted treatment for own pets

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic veterinary surgeon eager to join a supportive team.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Compassionate approach and ability to work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for small animals.
• Participate in weekend rota and shifts.
• Maintain a high level of care and support for patients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Interest in small animals

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE

Ashcroft Vets is a spacious practice situated in a lovely market town of Frodsham, Cheshire with easy access to national transport links. We are seeking an enthusiastic first opinion veterinary surgeon eager to continue their career by joining our friendly and supportive team.

About the role

Ideally a full-time role (though part-time applicants are welcome), 4 x 10 hour shift 9am - 7pm plus a share of weekend rota 9am-1pm.

About Us

Our amazing team is made up of 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Veterinary Care Assistant and 5 experienced Receptionists and Administrators. Our team pride themselves on offering an exceptional level of care in a friendly, collaborative manner, providing a supportive environment to develop each other’s skills.

About You

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with both clients and team members; a keen interest in working with small animals, with a commitment to ongoing learning and development; the ability to work efficiently while maintaining a compassionate approach; a team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive, collaborative practice.

Recently refurbished with a brand-new imaging suite including dental x-ray and ultrasound, plus endoscopy, multi-parameter monitoring and other usual toys.

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.

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

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• 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 £1250 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

Diversity & Inclusion

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.