Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Aniwell Veterinary Clinic, Alderney; Poole; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work

Green Car schemes

BVA membership

RCVS fees

Retail discounts and cashback offers

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

Aniwell Veterinary Clinic in Poole is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a part-time role (20 hours per week) with flexible days and no out-of-hours commitments. Based primarily at our Alderney branch, you will balance consulting and operating to suit your strengths.

Join a supportive team of professionals with modern facilities and clear development opportunities. Relocation and sign-on incentives up to £5,000 each, plus a salary up to £65,000 DOE.

Responsibilities

• Varied first-opinion caseload balancing consulting and operating around your strengths and clinical interests.
• Some sole-charge responsibility requiring confident clinical decision-making and independent work when required.
• Based at our Alderney branch with occasional support at the Kinson site.
• Participate in a 1:4 Saturday morning rota 8:30am-12:30pm.

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Aniwell Veterinary Clinic - Poole

Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and Welcome Bonus up to £5,000

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.

Aniwell Vets, part of inspiring vet care, is a well-established first-opinion small animal practice with branches in Bournemouth and Poole, proudly caring for the local community for over 20 years. With a fantastic reputation, loyal clients and an experienced team, we’re now looking for a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join us as we embark on our next chapter.

A Varied Caseload, with the Freedom to Make It Your Own

Our patients include cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries and even the occasional wildlife visitor brought in by our local community. You’ll enjoy a varied first-opinion caseload, with the opportunity to balance consulting and operating around your strengths and clinical interests.

We encourage thorough case work-ups and continuity of care, giving you the freedom to manage your patients properly, with established referral relationships available whenever additional expertise is needed. The role does include some sole-charge responsibility, so we’re looking for someone confident making clinical decisions and working independently when required.

Great Facilities and a Gold Standard for Cat Care

You’ll be primarily based at our Alderney branch, with the opportunity to support our Kinson site when needed. Both practices are well equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, and dental radiography.

We’re particularly proud to be a Gold Cat-Friendly Clinic, reflecting our commitment to making every visit as positive and stress-free as possible for our feline patients.

A Team That Shares Knowledge and Supports Your Ambitions

Across Aniwell and our sister practice, St Mary’s, you’ll be part of a friendly and collaborative team of 6 Veterinary Surgeons, 8 RVNs, 2 SVNs and a dedicated Client Care Team, supported by a Director of Practice.

We have a great mix of clinical interests, including a vet with a passion for surgery, a colleague working towards a medicine certificate and access to a visiting orthopaedic specialist. We’re also keen to support further development, whether you’re thinking about starting a certificate or already working towards one.

Flexibility That Fits Around You

This is a part-time position of 20 hours per week, with flexibility around working days, although Friday availability would be preferred. You’ll also participate in a 1:4 Saturday morning rota 8:30am-12:30pm.

Importantly, there are no out-of-hours commitments.

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join you will 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 & 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.

Up to £65,000 pa DOE