Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

IVC Evidensia UK; Witham; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.8 weeks holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BVA membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts for veterinary care

Job summary

IVC Evidensia UK is seeking a Maternity Cover Veterinary Surgeon for their Witham practice. The role involves delivering high standards of veterinary care in a supportive and collaborative environment. This position offers a broad caseload including various animals and provides opportunities for professional development. Benefits include extensive holiday, private medical insurance, and a generous CPD allowance. The working hours are balanced, ensuring well-being with time for personal rest. A Veterinary degree and RCVS registration are required.

Qualifications

• Confident in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Professionalism and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the practice team to deliver high standards of care.
• Handle a broad mix of patients including cats, dogs, and exotics.
• Continue to develop clinical skills and contribute positively to the practice culture.

Skills

Veterinary degree

Clinical practice experience

Strong communication skills

Proactive learning approach

Education

RCVS registration or eligibility

Job description

Maternity Cover Veterinary Surgeon – FTC

Salary up to £65,000 DOE.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals and owners.

Spring Lodge, a trusted part of the Witham community, is looking for a confident Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys high standards, great teamwork and real satisfaction from clinical work.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon you will work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. You will continue to develop your clinical skills, share knowledge with colleagues, and contribute positively to the clinical culture.

• See a broad mix of patients including cats, dogs, small furries, exotics and wildlife.
• Handle routine work alongside orthopaedics, TPLOs, fracture repairs, laparoscopy and ophthalmology, with hospital status allowing exposure to complex cases. Consult-only roles can also be discussed.
• Have access to ultrasound, endoscopy, ECG, advanced imaging, a full IDEXX lab, digital and dental x-ray, and a wide range of laparoscopic and orthopaedic equipment.
• Practice has separate cat and dog areas, multiple consult rooms, three theatres, dedicated imaging and lab spaces, purpose-built wards, quiet office areas and welcoming staff facilities – plus free off‑site parking and opportunities to work across multiple branches.
• Work 41 hours over four days, with shifts from 8 am to a 6:30 pm last appointment. The rota includes 1 in 5 Saturday mornings and 1 in 8 emergency day cover for our own clients only. No OOH, and weekend working is balanced with extra time off, allowing up to five consecutive rest days.

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• Vets with 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 ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

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 and 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

• 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy.
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees.
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies).
• Retail discounts and cashback offers.
• Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets.