Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia UK; Newbury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Newbury is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. This permanent position offers a mix of consultations and surgeries, a flexible working pattern, and no out-of-hours requirements. Benefits include generous holiday, CPD allowance, and various colleague perks. The ideal candidate will be confident, proactive, and passionate about providing excellent animal care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly leave

24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance

Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes

Retail discounts and cashback offers

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and registration with RCVS.
• Experience in both consultations and surgery.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various consultations and surgeries.
• Provide high-quality care and support to clients.
• Work a flexible schedule that excludes bank holidays.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Independent working ability

Proactive attitude

Calm and compassionate approach

Job description

We’re looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our small friendly team at GKG Vets on a permanent basis.

Find a place to excel. We are a 2-branch brand with a main hospital in Newbury. We have facilities to include x-ray and ultrasound. Our main hospital is in a fantastic location, and 15-20 minutes from our other branch in Thatcham. We have a fairly small team spanning across the 2 branches, with everyone sharing the load of branch work.

Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia. At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we’re proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

The Role

• A mix of consultations and surgery, offering a varied and rewarding caseload
• Flexible working pattern
• 3-4–5 day working week with no OOH, no Sundays, and no bank holidays
• 1 in 4 Saturdays (working with our experienced support team)

What will you bring

• A confident, proactive vet
• Someone who enjoys working independently but values team support when needed
• Excellent communicator who builds strong client relationships
• Calm, compassionate, and dedicated to providing high-quality care

You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
• Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
• World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

This is a rare opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role in a brand-new clinical environment, backed by a supportive and experienced team.

Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.

Up to £65,000 FTE DOE