Veterinary Practitioner - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Celbridge; On-site; EUR 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local veterinary clinic is seeking a VCI-registered veterinary surgeon to join their team in Celbridge. This full-time or part-time position offers a supportive environment with no on-call duty and relocation support. The role includes managing consultations and routine surgeries alongside a strong clinical team. Candidates should be friendly, confident with routine procedures, and have established GP experience. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed for a balanced work-life.

Benefits

22 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company Sick Pay

Access to EAP & Wellbeing Centre

Annual CPD allowance

Annual Pay Reviews

Employer Pension Contributions

Discounted Veterinary Fees

Free Flu Vaccinations

Qualifications

• Experience in routine surgeries like dog spays.
• Must be friendly, approachable, and team-focused.
• Suitable for candidates with established GP experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage consultations and routine procedures.
• Support and collaborate with a team of vets and nurses.
• Engage in clinical case work-ups.

Skills

Routine surgery

Confident consultations

Teamwork

Education

VCI-registered veterinary surgeon

Job description

Beaufield Veterinary Centre, Celbridge, Co. Kildare

Full-time or Part-time | Permanent

Salary up to €55,000 DOE | Relocation Support Available

Shape Your Ideal GP Career in a Supportive, Friendly Clinic

If you're a confident general practitioner looking for a role that feels positive, balanced, and genuinely supportive - this could be the perfect fit.

At Beaufield Veterinary Centre, we value kindness, collaboration, and clinical pride. Whether you’re seeking full‑time stability or part‑time flexibility, we’ll work with you to build the rota that suits your life.

What Your Work Life Will Look Like

This GP role is varied, engaging, and well‑supported. You’ll manage consultations, routine procedures, dentals, and case work‑ups with a strong clinical team at your side. No OOH or on‑call means your evenings stay yours. We welcome applications from vets competent in routine surgery and confident managing a general caseload – tell us how you like to work and we’ll shape the role around you.

• 40 hours per week (part‑time applicants considered)
• No OOH or on‑call
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (10:30am–1:30pm)
• Supportive team of 4 vets, 4 nurses, PM + support staff
Why Beaufield? Why Celbridge?

Beaufield Veterinary Centre has been rooted in the Celbridge community since 1996. We are a clinic known for warmth, compassion and genuine team spirit. Celbridge itself offers the perfect blend of quiet charm and modern convenience: leafy river walks, the beautiful grounds of Castletown House, great cafés, excellent schools, and an easy commute to Dublin.

Relocation allowances available for those considering a move.

Who We’re Looking For

• VCI‑registered veterinary surgeon
• Confident in routine surgery and consultations (e.g. dog spays, etc)
• Friendly, approachable, and team‑focused
• Suitable for candidates with established GP experience (not a new graduate role)

A Benefits Package That Backs You (Subject to pro‑rata)

You’ll receive a comprehensive package designed around work‑life balance and long‑term growth:

• 22 days annual leave
• Birthday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Sick Pay & Bereavement Leave
• Access to EAP & Wellbeing Centre
• Structured rota tailored to your life
• €1,300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro‑rata'd)
• Full funding for any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
• Opportunities for clinical and leadership progression
• VCI and VDS memberships fully covered
• Dedicated CARE fund – €1,100 annually to support exceptional cases

Additional Benefits

• Annual Pay Reviews
• Employer Pension Contributions
• Discounted Veterinary Fees across the IVC Evidensia network
• Free Flu Vaccinations
• Access to “Pawesome” Benefits – retail and lifestyle discount platform
• Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)

Join a Team That Really Values Its People

If you’re a collaborative GP who loves a varied caseload and a supportive atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you. Build a role that suits your life – and make a real impact in a practice that truly appreciates you.

Apply today.

Beaufield Veterinary Centre

Dublin Road, Celbridge, Celbridge, W23 X5W9, Ireland

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