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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery, Frodsham, North West

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Salary up to £60,000 DOE

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Salary up to £60,000 DOE 


Ashcroft Vets is a spacious practice situated in a lovely market town of Frodsham, Cheshire with easy access to national transport links. We are seeking an enthusiastic first opinion veterinary surgeon eager to continue their career by joining our friendly and supportive team. 

About the role 


Ideally a full-time role (though part-time applicants are welcome), 4 x 10 hours shift 9am - 7pm plus 1 in 4 rota Saturday shift 9am-1pm

About Us


Our amazing team is made up of 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Veterinary Care Assistant and 5 experienced Receptionists and Administrators. Our team pride themselves on offering an exceptional level of care in a friendly, collaborative manner, providing a supportive environment to develop each other’s skills. 

About You


The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with both clients and team members; a keen interest in working with small animals, with a commitment to ongoing learning and development; the ability to work efficiently while maintaining a compassionate approach; a team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive, collaborative practice.

Recently refurbished with a brand-new imaging suite including dental x-ray and ultrasound, plus endoscopy, multi-parameter monitoring and other usual toys
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. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

  • 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (Pro rata)
  • 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.
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    Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery

    59 Main Street, Frodsham, WA6 7DF, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

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

    Senior Talent Partner

    Jim Dixon

    jim.dixon@ivcevidensia.com