Key Details
Application Deadline: 17 May 2026
Department: Veterinary Services
Location: Grimsby animal hospital, DN32 7DE, Grimsby
Compensation: £35,000 per annum (full time, 42 hours per week, 18-month fixed term contract)
Role Overview
Blue Cross is one of the UK’s leading animal welfare organisations for animals. We are a charity that supports sick, injured, and homeless pets and care for more than 40,000 animals every year through our rehoming, veterinary and education programmes. The role offers an 18-month development programme for graduate vets, focused on providing high standard of care and diverse medical and surgical cases.
Responsibilities
* Run own consult list, seeing a wide variety of cases
* Manage a busy hospital caseload with training in inpatient care
* Receive tailored training in surgery and diagnostic procedures
* Receive adequate training in emergency work, before being introduced to out‑of‑hours rota
* Take an active role in monthly team development days, including service reduction to emergency‑only, cadaver training sessions, and external lectures
* Provide a much‑appreciated service to pet owners in need
About you
You will be a practical, pragmatic individual who enjoys working in a team and is committed to delivering excellent customer care for patients and their owners.
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
* Graduated from veterinary school and MRCVS registered by September 2026
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
* Demonstrable teamwork and communication skills
Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience
* Relevant UK small animal practice experience
* Charity EMS experience
Benefits
* Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
* Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
* Free access to GP via MetLife – 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
* Health cash plan
* Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
* Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
* Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support
* Life assurance
* 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
* Enhanced family friendly policies
* Recognition scheme
* Annual volunteer days
* Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
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