Overview
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Salary up to £65,000 DOE, plus up to £5,000 Relocation Allowance and up to £5,000 Welcome Bonus.
At Spring Lodge Veterinary Group, we are expanding and excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a new colleague to join our well-established, friendly, and welcoming practice. Whether you’re looking to develop your clinical skills or want to be part of a collaborative and caring team, this could be the ideal next step in your career.
The Role
This is a permanent position with flexibility built in — we’re happy to discuss full-time or part-time options to suit your lifestyle and career aspirations.
Responsibilities
* 41 hours per week over 4 days, with our day running from 8:00am to the last appointment at 6:30pm.
* No out of hours work, with overnight inpatient care provided on-site.
* 1:5 Saturday morning rota.
* 1:8 rota for emergency cover (8:00 am–5:00pm), for our own clients only.
* An extra day off after working a weekend — giving you up to 5 consecutive days off without using annual leave.
* Opportunity to work across our multi-site group, with each branch offering a unique working environment.
Facilities
* As a hospital-standard clinic, we offer an extensive range of surgical and diagnostic equipment including:
* Separate dog, cat, and isolation wards
* Ultrasound, endoscopy, and dental radiography
* Full in-house laboratory
* Advanced surgical kit including laparoscopy and orthopaedic equipment
We are also a host clinic for Vets Now, allowing us to offer 24-hour patient continuity with the benefit of on-site support.
Team & Development
We value individual growth and development. You’ll join a team of vets with certificates in surgery, medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, and advanced general practice — plus others currently working towards them.
We’re Proud Of Our Skilled Nursing Team, Supported By 4 VCAs And Dedicated Receptionists At Each Of Our Six Clinics. We Actively Encourage Knowledge Sharing Through
* Journal clubs (led by vets and nurses)
* In-house CPD sessions on special interest topics such as cardiology and ultrasonography
Culture
We’re a close-knit and supportive team that believes in looking after each other. Expect:
* Regular social events — from group-wide celebrations to smaller team get-togethers
* Qualified Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing Champions
* A commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement in all areas
Location
Ideally located with excellent access to London, the coast, and Stansted Airport, Spring Lodge offers the best of both worlds — easy access to the city and travel links, plus countryside living if you prefer a quieter pace.
Whatever your professional goals, we are keen to support you in achieving them. Join a team where you can thrive, feel valued, and grow.
Benefits & Development
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
* 6.6 weeks annual leave
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
* £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid 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 £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
Colleague Benefits
* Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
* Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme
* Voluntary benefits: flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits
* Discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
£0 - £65,000 a year • Up to £65,000 DOE
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Veterinary Services
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