Veterinary Surgeon
The Laurels Vets
Salary up to £75,000 DOE
Relocation Allowance up to £5000
Situated in the heart of Herefordshire, our practice benefits from a truly exceptional location, serving both the historic city of Hereford and the picturesque village of Ewyas Harold. This area offers the perfect balance of vibrant community life and unspoilt rural countryside, with rolling hills, farmland and access to the Golden Valley, Black Mountains and Wye Valley right on the doorstep. Hereford provides excellent amenities, transport links and cultural attractions, while Ewyas Harold offers the charm of a close-knit village with strong local identity and surrounding agricultural communities. If you’re looking to move to the area, please get in touch, we can support with a relocation allowance for the right candidate.
Shape Your Future
Are you seeking clinical freedom, genuine flexibility, and meaningful career development? At The Laurels Veterinary Group, we have created an environment where you can grow both professionally and personally. Based across two progressive small animal practices in the heart of the Wye Valley, we offer the best of rural Herefordshire alongside the high standards and modern facilities of a forward-thinking veterinary team. Both sites are fully equipped with digital X ray, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, and laser therapy, providing everything you need to deliver outstanding patient care.
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
Flexibility that Fits Your Lifestyle
At any stage of your career, you will be supported by our team. We offer full time, part time, and flexible working options, including job share arrangements.
A full-time position usually consists of four ten hour days and one in four Saturdays, with no out of hours duties and minimal inpatient care. The role involves working across two sites located twelve miles apart.
We are looking for someone who is confident in small animal practice, values teamwork, and is dedicated to providing an excellent standard of patient care.
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 /year DOE
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