Salary and Bonus
Salary up to £65,000 DOE. Welcome Bonus up to £5,000.
About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our Wymondham branch, a modern, purpose-built practice that’s part of a close‑knit group of five well‑established sites across Norfolk.
Whether you’re looking to develop your clinical interests, expand your surgical experience, or simply find a team that truly supports each other, this could be the role for you.
Our Practice Environment
As part of the Chapelfield group, which includes branches in Norwich, Long Stratton, Wymondham, Costessey, and Brooke, we work collaboratively to share knowledge, skills, and resources.
At Wymondham we’ve created a bright, spacious, and practical environment for both patients and staff.
We offer digital radiography, modern ultrasound with Doppler, dental radiography (new iM3 X‑ray machine coming to Wymondham), three large consult rooms (with a fourth on the way), a dedicated prep area and imaging suite, two fully equipped theatres with multiparameter monitors, separate cat and dog waiting areas, kennels, and a peaceful cattery (ISFM accreditation in progress).
Our in‑house lab includes IDEXX haematology and biochemistry analysers, a urine analyser, and microscope facilities regularly used for blood smears, FNAs and cytology. For more complex diagnostics we work with IDEXX for fast and reliable results.
Upstairs we have a modern, well‑equipped staff kitchen, cosy breakout areas, and a clinical office for quiet working or team catch‑ups.
Caseload
A varied caseload keeps things interesting. No two days are the same. Alongside dogs and cats we regularly see rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and even the odd bird or rodent. With plans to expand our exotics services it’s a great time to get involved if you have an interest in this area.
You’ll enjoy a balanced mix of consulting and surgery (approximately 75% consults and 25% ops). Surgical procedures include neutering, dentals, and more complex cases such as lump removals, laparotomies, BOAS and TECA procedures and orthopaedics.
We aim to work up cases in‑house wherever possible and tailor workloads to individual vets’ strengths and interests, especially if you’re studying towards or considering a certificate.
Team
You’ll join a wider team of 19 small animal vets, 21 registered veterinary nurses, four veterinary care assistants, and a dedicated team of receptionists and support staff.
We have certificate holders in dermatology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, and more, with others studying feline medicine, imaging, and cardiology. Nurses are supported strongly, with one Head Nurse currently undertaking an anaesthesia certificate.
Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, whether it’s discussing cases, sharing knowledge or having a laugh over coffee.
Community Involvement
We value our place in the local community and proudly support several animal charities. We work closely with Dogs Trust, running weekly operating days, and also support Cats Protection League, Venture Farm and other welfare organisations.
While this role is primarily based in Wymondham, we’re happy to offer flexibility across branches and occasional cover at nearby sites may be needed to support the wider team.
Work‑Life Balance
We offer flexible working patterns designed to match your lifestyle, including part‑time or part‑rota hours. The role typically involves up to 40 hours per week over days, with no out‑of‑hours work and a Saturday rota of no more than 1 in 4 mornings.
Location
Wymondham is a charming market town just a short drive from Norwich in Norfolk. It offers beautiful countryside, excellent local amenities and strong community spirit, with independent shops, cosy cafés, the Wymondham Abbey and picturesque streets. Excellent transport links, including direct trains to Norwich and London, make it a great place to live and work for veterinary professionals.
Benefits
* Work‑life balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* 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 employee wellbeing
* £1 250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
* Certificate support
* Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia provider
* Research funding available for vets & nurses
* All vets receive £1 250 per annum to spend via the Care Fund
* Infection prevention and control programme
* Quality improvement programme
* Professional memberships: BVA, VDS cover, RCVS fees
* Company pension scheme
* Support for greener commute: Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility criteria)
* Optional voluntary benefits – choose from a range of discounts/cashback with retailers, discounted treatments for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice, and more
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