Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Vet Record Careers
Brackley
£57,849 per year - estimated ?
Part time
NEW
Salary up to £65,000 FTE DOE plus a relocation allowance up to £5,000 and welcome bonus up to £5,000.
Are you a caring and motivated Veterinary Surgeon looking for your next opportunity? The team at Croft Vets is excited to welcome a new colleague to our friendly, supportive, and long-established practice in the heart of Brackley. We've proudly served our local community for over 30 years, building trusted relationships with our clients and their pets.
A Modern, Well-Equipped Practice
Our single-site small animal practice on Banbury Road has recently undergone a full refurbishment, giving our traditional converted house a fresh, modern feel. Inside, you'll find a spacious waiting room with separate areas for cats and dogs, four consult rooms (including one dedicated to nurse consults), a bright and well-equipped prep area, and a fully functional operating theatre.
We also have a dedicated dispensary behind reception, a well-stocked in-house laboratory with full IDEXX machines, and all the tools you need to provide excellent care including laparoscopy, dental X-ray, endoscope, bronchoscope, ultrasound, and more.
Varied Caseload and Dedicated Surgery Time
We offer a great balance of consulting and surgery, with dedicated operating mornings and a caseload that includes cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, and occasional exotic animals. Surgeries range from routine procedures such as lap spays and lump removals to more advanced dental cases, including referrals from other practices.
If you prefer a consult-only role, we're happy to explore that option too; flexibility is important to us.
Flexible patterns that work for you
This is a part-time role working up to 28 hours per week. Hours are split over 3 days (8:30am - 6:30pm) plus 1/4 Saturdays 8am-12pm as sole charge. No Sundays, Bank Holidays, or OOH ensuring a great work‑life balance.
A Supportive and Skilled Team
Our close-knit team truly makes Croft Vets special. We're a friendly and collaborative group of 4 Vets 3 RVNs, 3 SVNs, and 7 Client Care Team members, several of whom have been with us for over 20 years. Our nurses are hands‑on in theatre, run their own consults, and play an active role in patient care.
We also have certificate holders in Medicine and Dentistry, and we're more than happy to support anyone looking to work toward a qualification or further develop their skills. One of our RVNs volunteers with a local wildlife centre, so we also see a variety of wildlife cases from hedgehogs to birds of prey.
Community Connections and Charity Work
We love being part of the Brackley community and regularly work with local charities such as Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, Cats Protection, and The Cinnamon Trust. Giving back is an important part of who we are, and we take pride in helping animals both inside and outside our practice.
Life in Brackley
Brackley is a vibrant market town nestled between Oxford, Northampton, and Milton Keynes, offering the perfect blend of countryside charm and modern convenience. With beautiful parks, local cafés, and shops, it's a welcoming place to call home. The nearby Cotswolds provide stunning scenery for outdoor adventures, while excellent transport links make commuting and city trips easy. Whether you enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle or quick access to urban life, Brackley offers the best of both worlds.
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 pro‑rata
* 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 Evidia practice
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 are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
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