Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Salary up to £57,000 FTE DOE
Location: Bridgwater (Blake Vets, IVC Evidensia UK)
We are looking for a skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join our supportive and forward‑thinking team. If you’re passionate about clinical excellence, enjoy working with a varied caseload, and are eager to take your surgical skills to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
* Inpatient duty cover to ensure continuity of care
* 1:7 weekend rota (whole weekend), plus 1:7 Saturday mornings
* One night duty per week to cover inpatient care only
* A 4‑day working week averaging 38 hours (flexibility available)
* No OOH – covered externally from 7pm
Working Hours & Rotation
We’re open to full and part‑time applicants and can tailor the rota to suit the right candidate. No out‑of‑hours shift beyond 7pm; overtime and on‑call cover are discussed individually.
Facilities & Equipment
* Digital X‑ray
* Dental X‑ray
* Ultrasound
* Endoscopy
* Laparoscopy
Benefits
* 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays – birthday off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
* £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
* BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets
Professional Development
We support further development through certificates, leadership training, and a dedicated support team. The role offers opportunities to share expertise with colleagues and to grow into a leadership position.
Application
Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.
Blake Vets is an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a BAME, LGBTQ+, and Disability Confident employer. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re happy to help.
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