Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Marple Veterinary Centre; Stockport; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Stockport is seeking a Fully Qualified Veterinary Surgeon to join their team on a part-time basis, working three days a week. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000, along with extensive benefits including professional development support, private medical insurance, and additional holiday entitlement for birthdays. The clinic is well-equipped and promotes a strong focus on work-life balance and colleague wellbeing. Opportunities for learning and growth are provided within a supportive environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance of £1250

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Fully qualified veterinary surgeon, ideally with experience in a clinic.
• Good communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide first‑opinion care for companion animals.
• Work collaboratively with a team of vets and nurses.

Skills

Qualified veterinary surgeon

Experience with companion animals

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 FTE depending on experience.

We are looking for a fully qualified veterinary Surgeon to join our team 3 days per week Monday, Thursday, Friday (Full time new/recently qualified considered).

Our hours are 8am - 6.30pm. Saturday morning shifts will be on a 1 in 4 rota 8am 11.45am. We do not work out of hours, Sundays or Bank Holidays.

Why Join Marple Veterinary Centre?

We are a first‑opinion, companion animal clinic in Marple with a very loyal client base and staff. We need to replace our 2 year qualified veterinary surgeon who is leaving to explore other pastures. You will work alongside 5 vets, 7 RVNs and 2 ANAs. There are also 4 members of our reception and admin team. We are a RCVS accredited practice / student nurse training practice. Equipment includes separate dental and imaging suite, digital x‑ray, ultrasound and in‑house laboratory. We are based on the edges of Manchester to one side and the beautiful Peak District to the other which means access to lots of things to do in your spare time.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.

Work‑life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro‑rata)
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are 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.

Salary up to £65,000 DOE.