Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Stepping into your future - ready to learn, grow, and do meaningful work that matters.

At IVCE Evidensia, you’ll find a place where you can be yourself, supported by people who want to see you thrive. You’ll get hands‑on experience, build your confidence, and discover just how far your passion can take you.

Support is provided at St George’s Vets, part of the IVCE Graduate Academy Scheme since 2016. The role will be split between the hospital and branches, initially based at GP branches to allow for more support. You will be paired with one of our vets for one‑to‑one training. A well‑practiced training programme covers surgery and consulting skills, with access to scrubbing for advanced surgeries, ultrasound training, dentistry training and management of complex cases at our hospital.

• Work 40 hours per week, split over 4 days per week with the same weekday off each week (hours 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m. or 9 a.m.–7 p.m., depending on hospital/branch).
• Work one Saturday every five weeks (8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m.).
• Perform general practice and specialist veterinary services across 8 branch practices and the hospital.
• Assist with surgeries, ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiography, laparoscopic surgery, dental procedures and laboratory work.
• Support the learning and development of the team and maintain high standards of client care.

• Competitive starting salary of £36,000 per annum (pro‑rata).
• Salary increase in year 2.
• No financial tie‑in.
• 6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off.
• Company pension with IVC contribution.
• Private medical insurance.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes.
• Retail discounts and cashback.
• Discounted pet care at IVC practices.
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others).
• £1,250 per year for well‑being initiatives via the Care Fund.

IVCE Evidensia is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

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