Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Sidcup is seeking a motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. This role offers clinical freedom and flexibility on a 2-week rota, averaging 38.25 hours per week. You will support Nurses and Admin Team, and contribute to providing excellent care to clients and patients. Benefits include over 6 weeks of holiday, private medical insurance, and continuous professional development opportunities.

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 annual Care Fund for every vet

Qualifications

• A motivated Veterinary Surgeon interested in clinical freedom and flexibility.
• Willingness to collaborate within the team.

Responsibilities

• Support Nurses and Admin Team in providing excellent care.
• Work a full-time position on a 2-week rota with no out-of-hours work.
• Flexibility around Saturday scheduling.

Skills

Confident communicator

Team collaboration

Passion for veterinary care

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Looking for clinical freedom, true flexibility, and real career development? At Oval Pet Centre, we’ve built an environment where you can thrive — professionally and personally. 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.

We are looking for a motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. A day in the life of a Vet is never typical but if it were, this would include supporting our Nurses and Admin Team and providing excellent care to our clients and patients.

This is a full-time position working on a 2-week rota (4 days 1st week, 5 days 2nd week). An average of 38.25 hours per week. No OOH. You will be scheduled around 1 Saturday per month but may vary around holiday time. We can also consider a flexible or part time option.

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 practice

We have the full range of diagnostics you would expect, Idexx blood machines, Idexx Urinaylsis in house and a full Dental suite with X-ray. We are a friendly, close, inclusive team consisting of 4 full time Vets, 4 RVN's, and 12 supporting team members.

Flexibility that fits your lifestyle

Wherever you are in your career, we’re here to support you. Choose a rota pattern that suits your lifestyle, whether that’s term-time only, week-on/week-off, or school-run friendly hours.

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
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Development

• 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.

Oval Pet Centre, Sidcup

19 The Oval, Sidcup, Sidcup, DA15 9ER, 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.