Overview
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia. Holmefield Veterinary Clinic are seeking an enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our team on a permanent basis. Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000.
This position offers a mix of consults and surgical cases, with clinical duties and rota patterns tailored to your interests. We prioritise work-life balance and teamwork to provide the highest standard of care. You’ll be supported by an outstanding nursing team in our recently extended and upgraded premises with excellent facilities.
We see veterinary practice as a team effort and encourage CPD and further qualifications; we are happy to fund a certificate for the right candidate.
Flexibility that fits your lifestyle. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you, whether you are earlier in your career or further along.
The full-time hours for this role are 40 hours across Monday to Friday with a share in 1 in 5 Saturday mornings. We welcome applicants looking for part-time / flexible working hours.
Holmefield is a long-established, 100% small animal practice with a friendly, experienced team. Our main site is well-equipped with modern technology including digital x-ray, ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring, and Doppler blood pressure. We have separate species wards, cat-friendly accreditation, and a dedicated bereavement room. The branch practice handles consults and routine surgeries, with higher-risk cases referred to the main site to ensure optimal post-operative care.
Our main site is in Brayton, with a branch in Sherburn-in-Elmet, located in North Yorkshire with good transport links and nearby towns offering amenities and easy access to larger cities.
Join the Holmefield team. We value communication, regular team meetings, and a supportive culture where everyone is encouraged to pursue their interests and grow. Our team includes a vet working towards a Feline Medicine certificate, a nurse studying animal behaviour, and an advanced practitioner in small animal surgery. We also have a receptionist trained in bereavement support. Staff wellbeing is a priority, with a mental health first aider and access to wellbeing resources. There are social events throughout the year.
Responsibilities and duties
• Provide high-quality medical, diagnostic, and surgical care for small animals in a mixed consult/surgical role within a small animal practice setting. • Work as part of a collaborative team to deliver excellent patient outcomes and client service. • Engage in professional development and CPD; contribute to the practice’s continuous improvement ethos. • Participate in the on-call or rota pattern as required by the role and practice needs.
Qualifications and experience
• Compassionate, client-focused Registered Veterinary Surgeon. • Keen to develop skills, contribute to a collaborative team, and deliver excellent care.
Benefits
* Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; additional holiday entitlement for birthday
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* CPD allowance and certificate support (e.g., £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy)
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon and research funding options
* Care Fund: £1,250 per annum to spend on veterinary care for those in need
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
* Professional memberships (BVA, VDS, RCVS fees)
* Company pension with employer contribution
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes; other voluntary benefits
* Discounts for pet treatment at IVC practices
Additional information
£0 - £65,000 a year; Up to £65,000 DOE
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