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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Job in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, DH98, England, UK
Listing for: Sheriffs Highway Vets
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 GBP Yearly GBP 65000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Salary and Bonus

Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000.

About the Opportunity

Find Your Future with Sheriff’s Highway Vets. Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a progressive, well-established practice with excellent facilities and a genuinely supportive team? Sheriff’s Highway Vets are looking for a confident vet to join our thriving multi‑site practice in Tyne and Wear. With a large clinical team, modern equipment and a varied first opinion caseload, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career while helping to support and mentor newer graduates.

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is confident working sole charge and enjoys supporting less experienced colleagues. You’ll enjoy a varied caseload across consultations, surgery and diagnostics, with opportunities to develop your clinical interests and pursue further qualifications with full support.

You will be based primarily at our main Gateshead hub while also working across our branches in Sunderland, Ryton and Whickham, providing exposure to a diverse caseload and collaborative team environment.

Work Schedule

Full‑time vets work an average 40‑hour week, structured to support a positive work‑life balance. This consists of 38 hours across four weekdays with a set day off each week, plus a one in three Saturday rota. Saturdays alternate between a full day at the main Gateshead hub from 8 am to 5 pm and a morning consulting shift at a branch from 9 am to 12 midday.

We understand the importance of flexibility and are happy to discuss working patterns where possible.

About the Practice

We are a long‑standing four‑site practice with our main hub located in Gateshead and branches in Sunderland, Ryton and Whickham. Our practice is well equipped to support a high standard of clinical care, with modern diagnostic and surgical equipment including doppler ultrasound, ECG, digital radiography, dental x‑ray, endoscopy, laparoscopic surgical equipment and orthopaedic surgical facilities, alongside a comprehensive in‑house laboratory.

You will be joining a large and collaborative team of 14 veterinary surgeons, supported by experienced nursing and support colleagues. Our culture is built around knowledge sharing, collaboration and continuous development, and we are proud to provide an environment where clinicians can grow their skills, pursue further study and feel supported in their professional development.

Location

Based in Gateshead, our practice sits in the heart of the North East, offering easy access to Newcastle’s vibrant cultural scene, the stunning North East coastline and the beautiful countryside of Northumberland and County Durham. It is an ideal location for those who enjoy both city life and outdoor adventure.

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.

Benefits
  • 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, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Development
  • £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
Professional Memberships
  • BVA membership
  • VDS cover
Colleague Benefits
  • 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
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