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Salary up to £70,000 DOE and relocation allowance up to £5,000

For over 70 years, Lynton Vets has been at the heart of the Woking community, proudly caring for generations of pets and the families who love them. We’re now looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated and welcoming team, where building strong relationships with clients and providing exceptional patient care always come first.

A Practice Designed for Pets and People

Our purpose-built hospital-standard practice in Woking is thoughtfully designed to give both pets and their owners the very best experience. From separate cat and dog waiting areas and consult rooms including a designated cat consultation room and a large, private bereavement suite, to spacious prep areas, two theatres, dedicated imaging and lab spaces, and comfortable wards, every detail has been created with care. We’re proud to offer modern facilities such as ultrasound including VVS scans, digital and dental X-ray, multiparameters, and the option to refer when needed. You’ll also find plenty of space for yourself too, with a dedicated office for admin work and a large staff room with its own kitchen.

Variety in Your Day

No two days are the same here. Our vets enjoy a healthy balance of consulting and surgery, with procedures ranging from routine neutering and lump removals to soft tissue surgery. Prefer a consult-only or surgery-focused role? We’re flexible and happy to shape your workload around your strengths and passions.

Skilled Nursing Support

Our experienced team of Registered Veterinary Nurses are the backbone of the practice, and we’re proud of the role they play in both patient care and client relationships. Our RVNs run their own clinics, taking charge of second vaccinations, post-op checks, discharges, admits, and repeat medication injections. In theatre, they provide seamless support to our vets, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of care. Their skill and dedication mean our vets can focus on what they do best, knowing their patients are in safe hands.

A Team That Feels Like Family

You’ll be joining a supportive and experienced team of seven Veterinary Surgeons, ten Registered Veterinary Nurses, student nurses, ANAs, and a brilliant reception crew. Together, we’re proud to deliver a compassionate, community-focused service, and we’re always looking to grow and learn. One of our vets is currently completing a certificate in Dentistry, and we regularly welcome a visiting orthopaedic specialist to the practice. Giving back matters to us too, we actively support local and national charities including Cats Protection, Guide Dogs, and Dogs Trust.

Grow With Us

Your professional development is as important to us as the care you give to patients. Whether you want to pursue a certificate, deepen your clinical skills, or simply stay curious and keep learning, we’ll support you with funded CPD, time to study, and the encouragement you need to grow.

We care about your work life balance

This is a full-time position, working four days across 40 hours, with no out-of-hours commitment. You’ll join our 1:4 Saturday rota 8:30am-4:00pm with time back in lieu. We’re also open to part-time hours for the right candidate because we know balance matters. While our main site is in Woking, occasional travel to our Addlestone and Bagshot branches will be part of the role.

A Place to Call Home

For those who may be relocating or simply want the convenience, we also have self-contained accommodation available at our Bagshot practice. It’s a comfortable option that makes settling in easy and gives you one less thing to think about while you focus on your new role.

Life in Woking

Located in the heart of leafy Surrey, Woking offers the perfect blend of town and country living. Just 25 minutes by train from central London, it’s ideal for those who enjoy city life but also value peaceful green spaces. With the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on your doorstep, there are endless opportunities for dog walks, cycling, and exploring the outdoors. Woking itself boasts excellent shopping, restaurants, and a lively cultural scene, while nearby villages offer a more relaxed, rural lifestyle.

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. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

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 employee wellbeing

Development

£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave

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

Salary up to £70,000 DOE