Primary care small animal vet — cpd & career growth

Salary Up to £60,000 FTE DOE

Join our brand new practice and be part of the team at Animal House Vets! We are a well‑established Veterinary Group, located in and around Bristol in the South West of England. We have been providing services to our community for over 20 years. All practices are surrounded by local amenities, and everything that Bristol – a vibrant town – has to offer, including good links to most places in the country such as Bath, Wales, Birmingham, Devon and London, while still remaining close to the countryside.

We have our own dedicated out‑of‑hours provision, so you will not need to worry about being on call at night, and be reassured that any inpatients will be well cared for. All our sites are RCVS accredited and have an excellent range of equipment, such as:

• Multimodal
• Suntech’s
• Dopplers
• Tonopen
• Ultrasound
• Dental x‑ray and main x‑ray
• Endoscope
• In‑house lab – routine bloods, sedivue, etc.

Our equipment supports our varied caseload. Your time will be split between surgery and consults, and you can expect to see:

• Soft tissue surgery – lumpectomies, gastrointestinal surgeries (gastrotomy, gastrectomy, enterectomy), splenectomies, cystotomies, TECAs and neuters
• Medical – abdominal ultrasounds, ECHO, ultrasound‑guided aspirates/biopsies
• Orthopaedic surgery – supported by a peripatetic orthopaedic service for in‑house TPLOs / CCWOs / fracture repairs / patella surgery, and in‑house digit amputations and limb amputations
• Routine consults
• Dentistry – staged dentals, supported with dental imaging for all comprehensive oral assessments under GA

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 happier owners. We believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation and well‑being, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care 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 will 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 will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Working Hours

• 37 hours per week, with part‑time options available
• Four days per week, working 8:30 am–6:30 pm
• 1 in 4 Saturdays

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• 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

How We’ll Support You

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development, including a 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 may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.