Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Celyn Vet Group - Holywell; Holywell; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in North Wales is seeking an experienced vet surgeon to join their team. The role involves surgical duties, client engagement, and collaborating with a skilled team. Candidates should be confident communicators and passionate about veterinary care. The position offers flexibility in working hours and a competitive salary. Additional benefits include a relocation allowance, CPD support, and well-being resources.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Experience as a vet surgeon is essential.
• Willingness to take sole charge when required.
• Passion for veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care and surgery.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Engage with clients regarding their pets' health.

Skills

Confident communicator

Surgery interest

Team collaboration

Job description

Salary

Salary up to £65,000 DOE plus £1,000 Relocation Allowance.

Overview

At Celyn Vet Group we are looking for an experienced vet surgeon to join our team. Ideally with a keen interest in surgery and comfortable being sole charge when required with the support of our nurse and reception team.

Our Practice

Celyn Vet Group have three well‑established Veterinary practices based in Holywell, Prestatyn & Abergele. Our well‑equipped practices include 2 vet consult rooms, a theatre and prep room, ultrasound, digital and dental x‑ray, Idexx lab facilities, and multi‑parameter monitoring equipment.

Team

You’ll be joining a skilled team of 1 Senior Vet Surgeon, 2 Vet Surgeons, 5 RVNs, 1 ACA, and 5 Receptionists, all supported by our Practice Director. We strongly encourage professional development, and many of our team are working toward or hold certificates in areas including dentistry, and nursing surgical certificates.

Rota

Wherever you are in your career, we’re here to support you. The role offers flexible full or part‑time hours. Typical working hours are 8 am‑7 pm over three days with a shorter fourth day, but we’re happy to discuss five shorter days if that suits you better. There will be the opportunity to work across all three sites to provide plenty of variety.

Qualifications & Expectations

In return we ask that you’re a confident communicator, willing to collaborate within the team to help our patients and are passionate about veterinary care.

Location

We are very lucky to be based in the beautiful location of North Wales. We are spoilt with natural beauty from beaches to blissful country walks. Snowdonia and the Lake District are also easily commutable. We also have great transport links to the Chester, Liverpool and Manchester for those who enjoy the bigger cities.

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

• £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, Equality, Inclusion & Belonging

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and 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.