Overview
Join to apply for the Farm Veterinary Surgeon - 12 Month FTC role at IVC Evidensia.
Salary up to £65,000. This role is based at Forge Farm Vets in Shropshire and is initially offered on a 12 month FTC to cover maternity leave. We are seeking a confident Farm Vet to join our dedicated team of five vets in a farm-only practice.
We work closely with progressive beef, dairy and sheep farms, building long-term relationships and delivering exceptional care.
Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality farm animal clinical care and surgery as part of a farm-only practice
* Take a lead on projects and mentor colleagues
* Engage in herd and flock planning and provide practical advice to farmers
* Collaborate with a close-knit team in modern facilities with up-to-date equipment
About The Role
Rota: Open to part-time and full-time applications. Will include participation in an out-of-hours rota for evenings and weekends.
About You
* Confident in farm animal medicine and surgery
* A natural communicator who builds trust with farmers
* Willing to take on responsibilities within the team
* Positive and adaptable; ready to muck in when needed
Benefits and Development
* Competitive base salary with full benefits
* Work-life balance: generous annual leave (6.6 weeks incl. bank holidays) and birthday holiday entitlement
* Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced family-friendly policies
* Professional development: CPD allowance (£1,250) with paid CPD leave, certificate support, and learning via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Vets and Nurses access to research funding; Care Fund with £1,250 per vet per year; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
* Memberships: BVA, VDS, RCVS fees covered
* Colleague benefits: pension, cycle-to-work, green car schemes, voluntary benefits, and discounts
About the Area
Beautiful Shropshire offers rolling countryside, vibrant market towns, and easy access to Welsh hills and cities like Shrewsbury, Chester and Birmingham. Enjoy outdoor activities, country pubs and a balanced lifestyle.
Equality and Inclusion
IVC Evidensia is committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds. We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
£30,000 - £65,000 a year. Salary up to £65,000 DOE.
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