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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Donnington Grove - Newbury, Newbury, South East

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Up to £75,000 DOE

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Salary up to £75,000

Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

Welcome Bonus up to £5,000

 
We are looking for a Small Animal Vet to join our friendly and supportive team at Donnington Grove Vets, Newbury. Whether you’re an experienced vet or early in your career, we are happy to support your development and tailor the role to your needs.
 

Why join us?


Flexibility to suit your lifestyle


We understand the importance of work-life balance and are happy to consider flexible working patterns, including part-time hours. Our typical full-time role is 4 days a week, with our OOH rota shared evenly across a large team. Currently, this is 1 in 15 nights and 1 in 7 weekends, but we’re open to discussions on how we can make this work for you.

 

A supportive environment for growth


We welcome vets at all stages of their careers. With a large team of vets, including certificate holders in various disciplines, and 30 nurses, you’ll be surrounded by an experienced team ready to help you grow. Our varied caseload and well-equipped practices ensure you’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills. Whether you’re looking to build confidence in your abilities or pursue a special interest, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Modern facilities in a beautiful location


Our RCVS Tier 3 Hospital in Newbury and nearby branches in Tadley and Thatcham are equipped with excellent and comprehensive facilities, including digital radiography, dental radiography, brand new ultrasound, endoscopy, and more. Newbury is a vibrant town with excellent transport links and stunning countryside, perfect for unwinding outside of work.

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 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 £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
  • Infection Prevention and Control Programme
  • Quality Improvement Programme

  • Professional Memberships

  • BVA membership
  • VDS cover
  • RCVS fees

  • 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

  • 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.
    Donnington Grove - Newbury's logo

    Donnington Grove - Newbury

    Oxford Road, Newbury, RG14 2JB, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Small animals

    Equine

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    Any questions before applying?

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

    Talent Partner

    Bartosz Piasecki

    bartosz.piasecki@ivcevidensia.com