Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Kingston Vets, Yeovil
Salary Up To £75,000 FTE DOE
Kingston Vets is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to become part of our team at our two-site small animal practice in Yeovil in Somerset and Sherborne in Dorset in the role of Senior Vet. We are committed to empowering our team members to realise their full potential. That’s why we offer a clear pathway for progression, ensuring ample opportunities for both career advancement and personal development.
Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia
At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose – Healthy Animals, Happy Owners – we’re proud to champion long‑term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.
Enjoy Flexibility and Work‑Life Balance
At Kingston Vets, we truly value the work‑life balance of our team. We can offer plenty of flexibility in this role, with the ideal schedule being a 4.5 day week, including 1:3 Saturday mornings, and no out‑of‑hours duties. We are happy to discuss part‑time hours, and look at a shift pattern to suit you. While the role will be working across both our Yeovil and Sherborne sites, it is noted that the majority of the hours will be at our Small animal site in Yeovil.
About Kingston Veterinary Group
Kingston Veterinary Group is a long established group of 3 practices in the heart of Somerset and Dorset. We operate across three locations, offering Small Animal, Equine, and Farm animal care, all conveniently situated close to each other. Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities enable our clinical team to deliver Veterinary care with a strong focus on maintaining high clinical standards, which we continually strive to develop and enhance.
We are dedicated to providing exceptional Veterinary care to all of our patients and clients, whilst prioritising staff wellbeing and development.
We have a wonderful, purpose‑built Mixed premises located in Sherborne, complete with Dental suite, Imaging suite, Separate Cat, Dog and Isolation facilities, Laboratory room, Farm procedure room and large Species‑split waiting room, along with a host of offices and separate Nurses office upstairs.
A Supportive and Passionate Team
We have a very strong and supportive team, consisting of Clinical Directors, Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, Reception, and administration teams who are all led and supported by our Director of Practice.
Our clinical team includes two certificate holders, and we have a special focus on Laparoscopic spays.
We are committed to a culture of openness and honesty, where we listen to and share ideas, celebrate both work and personal successes, and provide continuous opportunities for development and training. Our team is our greatest asset, and we’re dedicated to supporting flexibility and diversity in the workplace. We are always supporting one another and prioritising staff wellbeing is central to our culture.
If you're ready to take on a new role and possibly explore leadership opportunities for the future, with a dedicated team, we'd be excited to meet you!
You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance
Work‑life Balance & Wellbeing
* 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Development
* £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
Professional Memberships
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're looking for a role that supports your ambitions and respects your work‑life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.
£0 - £75,000 a year
Salary up to £75,000 DOE FTE
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Part‑time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Veterinary Services
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