Overview
De Montfort Veterinary Hospital are an RCVS-accredited practice located in the market town of Evesham. The team consists of 4 FTE vets, 7.5 FTE RVNs and 1 SVN. The hospital is supported by a dedicated team to maintain high standards of care. It is a Veterinary Nurse training centre, an ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic (Gold Award) and an RWAF Clinic (Silver Award). The clinical team includes certificate holders and specialists in medicine, dentistry, ECC, surgery, feline nursing and behavioural work. Equipment includes digital X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, IDEXX analysers, among others.
A larger network of brilliant care. IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, with over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals and happier owners. Careers are supported to create clinical impact, more opportunities, and active involvement in local and professional communities through investment in learning, innovation and wellbeing.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied caseload. You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing knowledge with colleagues and contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.
Responsibilities
* Taking charge of your own clinical caseload, including a well-balanced caseload of surgery and medicine.
* Supporting the wider team to ensure the highest standards of practice are maintained.
Flexibility that actually works for you
We understand that life happens outside of the clinic and are committed to helping you find a rhythm that works, whether that’s a fixed rota or something more bespoke.
* A typical full-time role involves 40 hours per week, over a 4-day week.
* There’s also 1:4 Saturday mornings (08:30 - 13:00).
* No out of hours or bank holidays required.
What the Team Have to Say
"I started at De Montfort Vets as a Trainee Veterinary Nurse. I was welcomed into the team and over the years I have advanced my career. The high standards of care and teamwork help us do the very best for our patients. The practice has been supportive with hours and shifts to maintain work/life balance."
How We’ll Support You
At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us you’ll benefit from:
* Opportunities to develop clinical leadership, governance, and strategic capability.
* Support to work towards advanced clinical or non-clinical qualifications where appropriate.
* Funded learning and development, including access to IVC Academy training centres and leadership programmes.
* Access to senior mentors, regional leaders and professional peer networks.
* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys teamwork and delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:
* A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
* Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
* A proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback and development.
* Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
What We Offer Our Team
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. 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 colleague 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 – online encyclopaedia provider
* All Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
* All 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
Colleague Benefits
* Company pension scheme with employer contribution
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility)
* Voluntary benefits to suit you
* Discounts/cashback with participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Compensation
Up to £75,000 (DOE).
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