Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Newbury; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BVA membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail discounts

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK in Newbury is seeking a Small Animal Vet with a strong interest in surgery, offering up to £90,000 DOE, a welcome bonus, and relocation allowance. This role involves leading advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures, such as fracture fixation and ligament surgery.

The team includes 17 small animal vets handling a variety of surgical cases, and offers extensive support and career development opportunities. Benefits include private medical insurance and enhanced family leave, fostering a collaborative and values-led culture.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of patient and client care across varied caseload.
• Continue to develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team.

Skills

Surgery skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Donnington Grove - Newbury, Newbury, South East

Up to £90,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 and Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

We are looking for a Small Animal Vet with a strong interest in surgery, ideally with a certificate in small animal surgery to join our friendly and supportive team.

This role would take the lead in orthopaedic and soft tissue advanced procedures. Experience with fracture fixation and cruciate ligament surgery is essential. An interest in arthroscopy would be useful.

We have all the equipment you would need for complex surgeries including:

• TTA and TPLO
• Storz laparoscopy, endoscopy and arthroscopy equipment.
• We will be installing a fantastic Qalibra CT scanner in the near future which will have a dedicated orthopaedic theatre attached.

Our 17 small animal vets generate a wide variety of interesting surgery cases and we have our own overnight facilities for post‑op care.

Newbury is a vibrant town with excellent transport links and stunning countryside, perfect for unwinding outside of work.

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 and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Our typical full‑time role is

• 4 days a week, with our OOH rota shared evenly across a large team. Currently, this is 1 in 15 nights and 1 in 7 weekends, but we’re open to discussions on how we can make this work for you.

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high‑quality patient and client care.

• 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

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

• 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

Donnington Grove - Newbury

Oxford Road, Newbury, Newbury, RG14 2JB, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a 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.