Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Skipton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BVA membership

RCVS fees support

Cycle to Work

Green Car scheme

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

Kingsway Vet Group in Skipton is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy and supportive team. The role spans consultations, surgery, hospital and inpatient shifts, with out-of-hours duties and a commitment to tailored case work based on interests.

You’ll join a modern, well-equipped hospital that supports CPD and professional development, in a town renowned for its quality of life. A collaborative environment awaits with experienced colleagues.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration or eligibility to register.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of patient and client care alongside a varied caseload.
• Collaborate with the wider team and contribute to ongoing development of the service.
• Provide out-of-hours care as part of the on-call rota and shift pattern.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Learning mindset

Education

Veterinary degree & RCVS registration

Job description

Kingsway Vet Group has an exciting opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team on a permanent basis. This role is based at our busy Skipton Veterinary Hospital alongside our fantastic team of certificate holders across a range of disciplines. The role will involve consultations, surgery, hospital and inpatient shifts, and emergency and out‑of‑hours care alongside the usual first‑opinion duties. If you have a particular clinical interest, we’ll always try to tailor your days around what you enjoy most.

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.

About Kingsway

We are an expanding Veterinary Hospital that has been providing exceptional veterinary care for over 80 years, successfully combining a traditional ethos of care with progressive modern medicine. Kingsway is proud to be a referral centre for orthopaedics, cardiology, soft tissue surgery and ultrasound.

Our hospital is equipped with an in‑house laboratory, ECG, digital radiography, dental radiography, rigid and flexible endoscopy, state‑of‑the‑art ultrasound equipment, and 24‑hour on‑site nursing care. We actively encourage CPD and further qualifications, creating an environment where you can continue to develop your skills and clinical interests.

Our nurses provide dedicated inpatient care around the clock as we’re proud to offer our own out‑of‑hours service. Based in the beautiful market town of Skipton, consistently voted one of the happiest places to live in the UK, you’ll enjoy excellent cafés, restaurants, schools and community groups, all surrounded by the stunning Yorkshire Dales with fantastic walking, cycling and climbing opportunities. You’ll join a genuinely friendly, down‑to‑earth team, supported by multidisciplinary certificate holders who are passionate about helping colleagues develop.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Small Animal 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.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days, depending on shift patterns
• 1 week in 5 on the out‑of‑hours on‑call rota between 5:00pm and 8:30am
• When on evening on‑call, you are not required to work the daytime shift
• 1 weekend in 5 on the out‑of‑hours on‑call rota

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• 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

• 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing 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 pa DOE