Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Blackwood is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their skilled team. The role includes flexible working hours with no weekends, extensive support for professional development, and a focus on providing top-notch animal care. Candidates should have a passion for veterinary medicine and be confident communicators. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

Benefits

6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay

24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

£1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD

£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

Qualifications

• Willing to collaborate within the team to help our patients.
• Confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Join a skilled team of Vets and support animal care.
• Participate in flexible full or part-time hours with no weekends.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Confident communication

Collaboration

Passion for veterinary care

Job description

Shape Your Future with Summerwood Veterinary Practice

Looking for clinical freedom, true flexibility, and real career development? At Summerwood Vets, we’ve built an environment where you can thrive - professionally and personally. As a Veterinary Surgeon at Summerwood Vets you’ll grow your skills, be part of a close-knit team, collaborate with colleagues for the best clinical outcomes and enjoy a rota that fits your lifestyle.

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.

Supportive, Skilled and Well-equipped

Our spacious, well-equipped practice features four consult rooms (including one brand new), a new cattery with top-tier kennels, separate cat and dog kennels and waiting areas, a theatre and prep room, laparoscopic equipment, ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, Idexx lab facilities, and multi-parameter monitoring equipment.

You’ll be joining a skilled team of six Vets, eight RVNs, one SVN, and four Receptionists, all supported by our Practice Manager. We strongly encourage professional development, and many of our team are working toward or hold certificates in areas including Feline Medicine, Anaesthesia, Dentistry, and ECC.

Flexibility that fits your lifestyle

Wherever you are in your career, we’re here to support you. The role offers flexible full or part-time hours, with no weekends or out-of-hours shifts. Typical working hours are 8:30am–6:30pm over four days, but we’re happy to discuss five shorter days if that suits you better. For those interested in variety, there are also opportunities to work at our Summercourt site.

In return we ask that you’re a confident communicator, willing to collaborate within the team to help our patients and are passionate about veterinary care.

You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance

• 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
• 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.

271-273 High Street, Blackwood, NP12 1AW, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Daniel Rennox from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.