Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Are you seeking a fulfilling role that offers work‑life balance in the picturesque village of Holmes Chapel, Cheshire? Look no further than Cheshire Pet, where we're seeking a dedicated Part‑Time Veterinary Surgeon to join our close‑knit team. Nestled just a mile from junction 18 of the M6, with easy access to Manchester Piccadilly and Chester via the village train station, our practice provides an ideal setting for veterinary professionals who value both professional excellence and a relaxed lifestyle.

At Cheshire Pet, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member feels valued and respected. Our dedicated team of veterinary professionals enjoys working together to provide exceptional care to our beloved clients and their pets. With two exotic vets, one with a certificate and the other working towards it, alongside experienced veterinarians with certifications in advanced veterinary practice and dermatology, our team boasts a wealth of expertise and knowledge.

Join us in our purpose‑built clinic, equipped with state‑of‑the‑art facilities including endoscopy, laparoscopy, ultrasound, and an underwater treadmill. We require a part‑time Veterinary Surgeon to work Thursday, Friday and 1:6 Saturdays.

We are a 5‑Vet small‑animal practice in Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, close to Junction 18 of the M6. We have exotics referral vets within the practice, but this is a small‑animal role only. This could suit someone looking to consult most of the time or could be a mix of surgery and appointments depending on preference.

We have DR x‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, dental x‑ray and in‑house Idexx lab machines. We are a small, supportive and friendly team and all our nurses are qualified. We would consider any level of experience, could also suit someone wanting to build up some exotics experience, although it is not essential.

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:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro‑rata)
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

• £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1,250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

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

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