Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Margate; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks’ holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees

Cycle to Work

Retail discounts and cashback offers

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join Thanet Vets. You will work with a team of six vets to deliver high-quality care, consulting and operating across a varied caseload in a supportive environment.

We welcome your clinical passion, strong communication with clients, and commitment to ongoing learning. The role offers a friendly community, excellent facilities, and opportunities for career development within the practice.

Qualifications

• RCVS registration or eligibility to register required.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to learning and openness to feedback and development.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver high-standard patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Continue to develop clinical skills and interests and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Lead and support those around you while contributing to the clinical culture of the practice.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Professionalism

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility)

Job description

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.

We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Thanet Vets and we can offer you something truly unique in return.

The role will involve consulting and operating duties shared with 6 other vets. We are fortunate enough to have a fantastic and knowledgeable team.

We are surrounded by sandy beaches, with close links to ferries and the train for various destinations across Europe. We are also within reasonable distance to London for city visits. We are active within our community and as such have built a loyal client base.

Practice Highlights

• Digital radiography
• Dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Fully equipped laboratory for in-house analysis
• Video endoscopy/bronchoscopy

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 while leading and supporting those around you.

Working Pattern

• Opening hours of 8:00 am and 7:00 pm
• 1:4 Saturday mornings
• No OOH

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 outstanding 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 and 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £65,000 DOE