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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Part-Time
Oval Pet Centre, Sidcup, Sidcup, London
Discipline: Small Animal
Part Time, Flexible
Salary up to £32,000 /year DOE
Veterinary Surgeon – Part-Time - 25.5 hours
Salary up to £32,000 DOE
Returning to Practice or Need Flexibility Around the School Run?
Whether you're earlier on in your career or a vet returning after time away, we understand how important it is to find a supportive and welcoming team—somewhere that helps you rebuild confidence and grow at your own pace.
At Oval Pet Centre, we offer just that: a nurturing environment where you can refresh your skills, gain hands-on experience, and develop your career in a way that works for you.
What Makes This Role Ideal for You?
A Supportive, Experienced Team – Work alongside 4 full-time vets, 5 RVNs, and 12 dedicated support staff, all committed to helping you feel at home—whether you’re returning to practice or just starting out.
Flexible Working Patterns – This role offers up to 25.5 hours per week, including just 1 full Saturday per month, and no out-of-hours. Need to work around the school run? No problem—we’re happy to explore flexible options that suit your lifestyle.
Modern, Well-Equipped Facilities – Including Idexx blood machines, urinalysis, digital dental X-ray (plus well equipped Dental Suite), ultrasound, and a full suite of diagnostics.
A Diverse, Inclusive Team Culture – We value collaboration, open communication, and creating a space where everyone feels they belong.
Prime Location – Just 20 minutes from Central London with fantastic transport links.
Returning to Practice? We’ve Got You.
Coming back after a break can feel daunting—we get it. Whether you need hands-on refresher training, mentorship, or just time to rebuild confidence, we’ll tailor your experience to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you’re returning to the profession, looking for better balance, or ready for a change—we’d love to hear from you!
We’re happy to chat informally or arrange a visit to meet the team. Just reach out and let us know what works for you.
Because our employees 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. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
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
£1250 CPD allowance with 16 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 £1250 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
Oval Pet Centre, Sidcup
19 The Oval, Sidcup, DA15 9ER, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Small animals
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.