Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is confident in basic surgery and clinical skills, although support is always available. A work-life balance is important to us and we are happy to discuss working hours with the right candidate.

Out of Hours is now provided by Vets Now at our Kendal practice, meaning we have 24 hour care for our patients without being part of an on call rota. Weekends are on a fair rota pattern, working Saturday and Sunday 8-12

About Us

Here at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group we take pride in offering a friendly and supportive work environment whilst striving to provide the highest level of patient and client care.

Once a mixed practice, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is now a thriving two site practice with separate farm and small animal teams. Our team have a variety of experience, from student nurses and new graduate vets to those with over 30 years of experience. We have certificate holders, including an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery, and further qualifications and training are encouraged here.

We are well equipped with digital x-ray including AI technology, endoscopy, ultrasound machines, multi-parameter anaesthetic monitoring and an in house laboratory.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration and continuous learning.
• Advanced Equipment: Work with state-of-the-art equipment to provide the best care for your patients.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule that supports your personal and professional needs.
• Career Development: Opportunities for further education and qualifications are actively encouraged and supported.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

• Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline; Enhanced family-friendly policies; Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
• Development: £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; Certificate support; Learning and development opportunities via the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Academy; Access to Vetlexicon; Research funding; £1250 per annum Care Fund; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships: BVA membership; VDS cover
• Colleague Benefits: Company pension scheme ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] will contribute); Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme; Voluntary benefits; Discounts/cashback with retailers; Discounted treatment for own pets at an [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] practice

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions.