Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay (matern/

RCVS fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail discounts

Pet care discount

6.6 weeks holiday

Job summary

Axe Valley Vets in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our established team. The role mixes consulting and operating days with RVNs, ANA’s and a supportive client care team to help you deliver high-quality patient care.

You’ll work on a varied caseload, develop your clinical interests, and benefit from a collaborative culture with strong teamwork and flexible hours, including one in ten Saturday mornings and no OOH shifts.

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.
• Proactive learning approach and openness to feedback and development.
• Professional, reliable and able to work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• As a Veterinary Surgeon, deliver high standards of patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Develop clinical skills and interests while sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain a positive clinical culture.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Independent work

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration

Job description

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.

Discover an exciting caseload and a wealth of experience with Axe Valley Vets, where we are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our established team in our Weston Super Mare Branch.

Your role will be a mixture of consulting and operating days with a team of RVN’s, ANA’s and Lead Receptionist and client care team to support you throughout the week.

If you enjoy taking charge of your own cases and providing excellent care to clients, this role is perfect for you. Across the Axe Valley Group we have the caseload and experience to support both medical and surgical interests, and we will provide you with the skills/resources to reach your career goals.

Join a close-knit team that works together to provide the best care possible for our patients. Our Axe Valley team comprises our Director of Practice, Clinical Director, plus 10 Vets with a mixture of experience and newer graduates too, 9 RVNS, and our supportive admin team.

• We have 6 sites; Blackford (our main site), Weston (consult & operating branch) and consult only branches in Cheddar, Wells, Winscombe and Woolavington.
• Be part of our friendly and supportive team
• Collaboration, teamwork, and camaraderie are the pillars of our vibrant workplace culture.

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.

More About The Role

• Ideally, we would like a full-time veterinary surgeon working a 40-hour week over 4 or 5 days. However, we are flexible and happy to discuss a working week that works for you, even if less than 40 hours.
• One in Ten Saturday mornings.
• No OOH, no full weekends (only Saturday morning) or Bank Holidays - allowing for a great work life balance.

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.

£0 - £65,000 a year

Up to £65,000 FTE DOE

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