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Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Non-accidental injury support
£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid 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
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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Lawrie Veterinary Group, Cumbernauld, Cumbernauld, Scotland
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Up to £60,000 DOE
Explore your full potential
Lawrie Veterinary Group, are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our growing team. This role will be based across all four of our sites—in Cumbernauld, Falkirk, Laurieston, and our newly opened clinic in Bo’ness. We offer a wide range of services to small animals, with a varied and stimulating caseload of both first opinion and referral cases. Our team also has a particular interest in exotic species, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to broaden their experience in this area.
You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team within a well-established, multi-site practice that prides itself on high standards of patient and client care. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of clinical work—from preventative care and diagnostics to surgery and emergency treatment—alongside ongoing opportunities for professional development. We value strong communication skills, a team-focused attitude, and a genuine passion for small animal practice. Previous experience with exotics is a bonus, but not essential.
Work life balance that works for you
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.
The full-time rota for this position will include working 40 hours over 4 days per week however we are open discussing part time hours for the right candidate. Typically, you will be working two operating shifts and two consulting shifts per week. Weekends are on a rota basis and we do cover our own inpatients during evening and weekends. There is no out of hours or on-call requirement.
Find a place to excel
The Lawrie Veterinary Group is a thriving small animal and exotic practice with well-established sites in Cumbernauld and Falkirk, alongside our recently expanded facilities, including a second Falkirk premises and a branch in Bo’ness. Our new Falkirk location is now home to a unique Healthy Pet Centre—an exciting addition to our services. Perfectly positioned between Edinburgh and Glasgow, Falkirk offers excellent transport links by road and rail, with two international airports nearby, making it an ideal base for work-life balance.
Our dedicated and friendly team includes a Clinical Director, 9 Veterinary Surgeons (including four Senior Vets), 16 Nurses, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses, 2 Animal Care Assistants, 8 Receptionists, and 2 Practice Managers—each bringing a variety of skills and interests. Among us, we have certificate holders in exotics, dermatology, surgery, and dentistry, and we are committed to nurturing every team member’s individual areas of interest. As part of the IVC Evidensia network, you’ll benefit from outstanding career development opportunities, access to a vast professional community, and a wealth of learning and support resources to help you grow and succeed in your veterinary career.
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
Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
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Lawrie Veterinary Group, Cumbernauld
Kenilworth Court, North Carbrain Road, Cumbernauld, G67 1BP, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
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 Taylor Findlay from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.