Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join us at Towerwood Vets in Cookridge, West Yorkshire. You will have access to a varied caseload including a mix of consults and surgery, which can be weighted to your preferences. We’re a practice that prioritises our people by placing an emphasis on careful diary management, a flexible rota and a strong focus on communication, wellbeing and teamwork.
Work life balance is prioritised. There is no out of hours with this role; the ideal candidate would take a share in the weekend rota which is currently 1 in 6 (9-6 Saturday, 9-12 Sunday). A full time role would involve working 40 hours per week. We’re happy to support part time applications as well.
An experienced and supportive team supports your development and wellbeing.
Our team is composed of 7 full time Vets, 10 RVNs, 3 ACAs and 4 SVNs, with a Practice Manager and dedicated reception team. We have a certificate holder in imaging and a Clinical Director who participates in the wellbeing and professional development of the team. CPD is encouraged and our team often attend conferences together to combine CPD with team bonding. Certificates can be funded for the right candidate.
We are situated in picturesque North West Leeds, with excellent travel links and easy access to Leeds, Harrogate and York, and the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales countryside. We offer facilities including five fully equipped rooms for general consults, prep room and theatre, separate cat and dog wards, and a second branch with two consult rooms, recovery kennels, prep and theatre.
Here is feedback from a colleague about life at Towerwood:
“I have been at Towerwood Vets for just over a year now and I really enjoy working here. The team is absolutely amazing and utilised to the best of their abilities. The nursing care is superb and there is the capacity for working up cases to a high level; I find this really rewarding. I am allowed to pursue my interests and encouraged to do so, with many like-minded colleagues. All this and it is the best work-life balance I have had in any job so far in my career!”
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business and offer a competitive base salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities
• Provide veterinary medical and surgical care as part of a varied caseload (consults and surgery), aligned with your preferences.
• Contribute to diary management, team communication and client care to support wellbeing and work–life balance.
• Participate in weekend rota on a 1 in 6 basis (9-6 Saturday, 9-12 Sunday) as part of a full-time role; part-time arrangements considered.
• Engage in CPD and professional development opportunities; certificates can be funded for the right candidate.
• Collaborate with an experienced team including Vets, RVNs, ACAs and SVNs, and participate in wellbeing initiatives and learning opportunities.
Benefits and Perks
* 6.6 weeks annual leave; increasing holiday allowance based on length of service; your birthday as a paid day off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing; non-accidental injury support
* CPD allowance; certificate support; learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon; research funding eligibility for Vets & Nurses
* Care Fund: £1,250 per year to spend on development or wellbeing
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
* BVA membership; VDS cover; RCVS fees
* Pawsome Benefits – discounts and cashback with retailers
* Pension – 5% Employee / 3% Employer
* Discounted staff pet care
Additional information
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 welcome candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions and will discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
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