Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; St Helens; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

5 weeks + bank holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

RCVS fees covered

Career progression

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care seeks a Veterinary Surgeon to join our St Helens team on a full-time, on-site basis. The role involves a varied caseload, collaborative practice, and ongoing clinical development within a supportive team.

We offer a competitive salary up to £65,000 DOE, 40-hour week over 4 days with some Saturday mornings (1 in 4) and opportunities for progression across primary care and specialist areas.

Qualifications

• RCVS registration or eligibility to register.
• Experience 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.
• Proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Collaborate with the wider practice team to support clinical cases and continuous development.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Learning mindset

Professionalism

Client care

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

Job description

Salary up to £65000 DOEWe are looking for a full-time Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at White Cross Vets St Helens.

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.

The Team

We are a team of 8 experienced vets, with a range of certificates holders, including 2 medicine (and another working towards), surgery, imaging, GP and ophthalmology. The amazing nursing teams also hold multiple certificates between them, including behaviour, anaesthesia, surgery and consulting. We’re a very progressive practice and would actively support anyone wanting to advance their clinical career.

As a team we love discussing clinical cases together, working cases up in house where we can and having a collaborative, team approach to our days. We have monthly Wellbeing afternoons where we close the diary and spend some time together as a team, in the past we’ve done inhouse pub quiz’s, sports day competitions, cooked Christmas dinner and done our own bake off!

The Practices

We have a well equipped practice with fun tools including new ultrasound machines, DR x-ray, IM3 dental processor, Tonopen, slit lamp and in house lab machines.

The Rota

Our normal working week is 40 hours spread over 4 days, with a share of Saturday mornings (currently 1 in 4) and time given by in lieu during the week. The ideal candidate would work 2 set days a week at each clinic, ensuring continuity for cases and clients. You will have set operating and consulting days, the number of these vary on personal preference and skills.

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.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

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. You’ll bring:

• 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

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

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