Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks’ holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail discounts

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care invites applications for a full-time Veterinary Surgeon position in Morpeth. The role offers excellent opportunities for varied caseload exposure, alongside a supportive environment that encourages clinical development and collaboration.

Candidates will enjoy a salary up to £75,000 DOE plus a relocation allowance, comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance, enhanced leave, and strong mentorship opportunities. Morpeth is situated in a scenic area with a great quality of life, making it an ideal place to work and live.

Qualifications

• Registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS.
• Experience in small animal primary care practice; newer graduates considered.
• Commitment to delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality consultations and surgical care.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Contribute to clinical decision-making and case planning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-focused approach

Confidence in routine consultations

Basic surgical procedures

Proactive attitude towards learning

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Salary up to £75,000 DOE plus Relocation Allowance up to £4000

Robson & Prescott Vets are a long-established, multi-disciplinary small animal and mixed practice based in Morpeth, Northumberland, with a strong reputation for clinical excellence, collaboration, and supportive team culture.

The role offers exposure to a highly varied caseload across consultations, medical workups, and surgical procedures, with opportunities to develop areas of clinical interest within a supportive and progressive environment. Both branch and hospital-based work are available, allowing flexibility depending on experience and preference.

The full-time hours for this role would include 40 hours per week, with the choice of working across 4 or 5 days per week. We also place a strong focus on flexibility and are happy to speak with candidates looking for part-time or flexible working options. There would also be some out-of-hours commitments as part of our in‑house service.

Practice highlights

• Purpose‑built main hospital in Morpeth with 4 operating theatres and dedicated dental suite
• On‑site diagnostic laboratory, digital x‑ray, ultrasound (including Doppler), and endoscopy
• Separate species wards including dogs, cats, exotics, birds, and small mammals
• Hydrotherapy and physiotherapy suite within the hospital site
• 8 branch practices across Northumberland supporting a wide regional caseload
• Certificate holders across surgery, medicine, ECC, dermatology, cardiology, behaviour, and exotics
• Strong internal referral culture with excellent mentorship and case support

About Inspiring Vet Care

Inspiring vet care is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. We believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Deliver high‑quality consultations, diagnostics, and surgical care across a varied caseload
• Work collaboratively with a large multidisciplinary clinical team across hospital and branch settings
• Contribute to inpatient management, case planning, and clinical decision‑making
• Support colleagues and share clinical knowledge within a culture of learning and development
• Participate in a rota that may include some out‑of‑hours work depending on team structure

Life in Northumberland

Based in Morpeth, this role offers the opportunity to enjoy one of the UK’s most scenic and lifestyle‑friendly regions. Northumberland combines beautiful coastline, rolling countryside, and historic market towns with easy access to the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, coastal living, hiking, cycling, or a quieter pace of life, the area offers an excellent quality of life and a strong sense of community. Housing is often more affordable than in many other parts of the UK, while transport links make travel across the North East and beyond straightforward. With beaches, national parks, and cultural attractions all within easy reach, Northumberland is an ideal place to build both a rewarding career and fulfilling lifestyle.

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• A degree in Veterinary Medicine and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS
• Experience in small animal primary care practice (newer graduates considered with strong support needs)
• Strong communication skills and a team‑focused approach
• Confidence in routine consultations and basic surgical procedures
• A proactive attitude towards learning and clinical development
• A commitment to delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

• 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 may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. 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 £75,000 DOE