Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is launching a brand-new small animal clinic in Leeds, seeking a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. This state-of-the-art facility offers modern equipment and a supportive environment focused on quality care. With flexible working options, including full-time and part-time roles, this position allows you to balance your professional and personal life. The clinic is committed to employee wellbeing, offering generous leave, professional development opportunities, and a competitive salary package. If you are dedicated to animal health and want to make a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for animal care.
• Experience in preventative healthcare and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class patient care to pets in the clinic.
• Promote preventative healthcare and perform surgeries.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Preventative Healthcare

Surgical Skills

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Imaging Equipment

Dental Suite

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE plus a Relocation Allowance of up to £5000.

White Cross Vets are launching in 2025 a brand-new small animal clinic in Stanningley, Leeds. We are looking for that special person with a passion for quality to join us on the journey as a Veterinary Surgeon.

The clinic is brand new, purpose-built, and state of the art with two theatres, dental suite, and imaging suite, together with a host of medical equipment to support you in providing first-class patient care to the pets in the surrounding area.

If you are passionate about promoting preventative healthcare in dogs, cats, and rabbits, and are equally at home in the consult room as in the theatre, this position would be ideal for you. We are passionate about wellbeing and are happy to tailor the role around your personal life, being either full-time or part-time, or term-time only.

About our Brand New Practice

Based close to Leeds and with great road, rail, and air links within a fifteen-minute drive from the clinic, you have the benefit of being close to upmarket Leeds. For those who prefer the outdoor life, the moors are only a short drive away with fantastic walks and scenery.

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
• 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
• 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

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 eager 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.

White Cross Vets, Stanningley

2 Milestone Court, Stanningley, Leeds, LS28 6HE, United Kingdom

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Mike Burrell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.