Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Are you an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon looking for a flexible role that offers a great work-life balance and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact?
About Acorn Vets and IVC Evidensia
Acorn Vets is a 2-site practice. The main site on Portland Road has 2 vets supported by 3-4 vet nurses per day. The Hangleton Road branch is smaller and would be sole charge with a nurse supporting. Equipment includes in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, ultrasound, digital dental x-ray, and an operating theatre. We are based in Hove, with a 5-minute walk to the seafront and close to the South Downs, offering a vibrant location with good transport links to London.
As part of IVC Evidensia, we join a network of over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries, dedicated to healthy animals and happy owners through high standards of care and ongoing development.
Your Role at Acorn Vets
This exciting part-time senior veterinary position offers flexibility to suit your lifestyle, working 3 days a week including 2 clinical days and 1 admin day. You’ll be based primarily at our Hove branch, with occasional shifts at the Hangleton practice.
In this role, you’ll work across a varied first-opinion caseload, including GP consultations, surgeries, dentals, and opportunities to develop your preferred areas of expertise. You will work alongside the Practice Manager supporting the wider Acorn team and helping to uphold best practice and gold-standard care for our patients and clients.
Flexibility and Work-Life Balance
Flexible working with no out-of-hours shifts.
Team and Environment
Join our close-knit, supportive team where collaboration is key and every voice is valued. Our two well-equipped practices in Hove provide exceptional care to pets. Our modern facilities and RCVS accreditation help ensure the highest standards of care, and our welcoming team will make you feel at home from day one.
Benefits at a Glance
Work-life Balance & Wellbeing
* 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Development
* £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
* Certificate and advanced learning support; access to Vetlexicon online resources
* World-leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
Professional Memberships
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
Salary
Up to £46,500 DOE for part-time
Requirements
* RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
* Experience with small animals; confident in GP consultations, routine surgeries, and dentals
* Ability to work collaboratively with the team and Practice Manager
How to Apply
Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat. We’re excited to hear from you!
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