Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Stepping into your future – ready to learn, grow, and do meaningful work that matters.
Lake View Veterinary Centre
Lake View Veterinary Centre is a group of small animal practices based in Northamptonshire, with three sites: the main practice in Thrapston and branches in Rushden and Burton Latimer. Cambridge and Milton Keynes are an easy drive away, while London is just a short train journey from nearby Huntingdon station. The area offers excellent access to surrounding countryside and green spaces—perfect for relaxing and enjoying your days off.
We have a dedicated and experienced team of 5 Vets, 6 RVNs, 2 SVNs, plus a fantastic support staff. Our team is friendly, collaborative, and enjoys working together. We handle a varied caseload, with a strong focus on thoroughly working up cases and providing continuity of care for clients, patients, and clinicians alike. We have a Vet currently working towards a dermatology certificate.
Our purpose-built practice features top‑of‑the‑range facilities and equipment, including a dental suite with digital X‑ray, ultrasound with color Doppler, K‑Lasers, endoscopy, a full in‑house IDEXX laboratory, and gold‑standard anaesthesia with Humphrey ADE circuits, multiparameter monitors, patient warming, oxygen generators, and more.
Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle: 40 hours per week, with weekday shifts between 08:30 am and 19:00 pm. Saturday mornings are on a rota basis, no more than 1 in 3 working 08:30 am – 12:00 pm. A basic flat is available above our Rushden practice to assist with accommodation if required, although transport is required to reach the Thrapston site.
Lake View’s Director of Practice and Clinical Services is a Regional Coach for the Graduate Academy programme and has extensive experience supporting new graduates. Our other highly experienced vets also enjoy mentoring and providing guidance to those at the start of their careers.
What you’ll get
At IVCEvidensia, we’re committed to helping you shape your career your way. Our Graduate Academy offers the very best start to life in practice.
* Boost Your Learning – Take your career to the next level with our blended learning programme, tailored to your goals.
* Connect, Learn, Grow – Join a global community of veterinary professionals and access career opportunities across our network.
* Unlock Your Development – Explore CPD and research opportunities, including the IVCEvidensia Research Fund.
* Supported to Thrive – Gain invaluable experience with guidance from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression.
* Your Wellbeing – Feel supported with £1,250 per year to spend via our Care Fund, plus a range of wellbeing initiatives.
Benefits and Rewards
Enjoy a competitive starting salary from £36,000, alongside a range of benefits designed to help you thrive:
* Salary increase in year 2
* No financial tie‑in
* 6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off
* Company pension with IVC contribution
* Private medical insurance
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
* Retail discounts and cashback
* Discounted pet care at IVC practices
* Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others)
£36,000 pro rata per annum
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Veterinary Services
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