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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Downland Veterinary Group, Bognor Regis, Bognor Regis, South East

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Up to £65,000 DOE

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We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is focused on clinical excellence and teamwork to join us at Downland Veterinary Group working in our clinics in West Sussex. We have a steady caseload and you will have access to first opinion surgical cases and daytime emergencies alongside consults.  You’ll be joining an experienced and collaborative team who are keen to welcome new colleagues. 

Find flexibility that works for you


We offer flexible working patterns that flex with you and your lifestyle. Whether you are looking to flex your rota hours to balance the school holidays, fix to navigate the school runs or just looking to strike that balance between home and work life. We can offer flexibility that actually works for you. Typically a full time position includes a 4-day working week plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings. There is no OOHs. Contact us today to discuss flexible working opportunities that work for you. 

Our experienced team


We have multiple nurse training centres within our group, and have certificate holders in orthopaedics, surgery, medicine, cardiology and imaging. We also have vets with special interests in dermatology, oncology, ECC and dentistry making it an excellent learning environment. Our team have a wealth of experience and you will be fully supported. Across the group, we have circa 30 veterinary surgeons, a nursing team of 70 and a further 50 support colleagues. We are looking for a first opinion vet to join our progressive team – get in touch today no matter what stage you are at in your career.

State of art practices in West Sussex


All of our surgeries are extensively equipped, and we strive for clinical excellence. At our clinics we have DR X-Ray, Dental X-Ray, Ultrasonography, Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, surgical theatres, capnography and in house Lab. We are well embedded in the local area, having started in 1947. Our clinics in West Sussex are in Bognor, Chichester, Selsey and Barnham, sandwiched between the stunning south coast and the South Downs. Fantastic outdoor activities are available and yet central London is only an hour away by train with great transport links to Europe. 

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 (
  • 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

  • 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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    Downland Veterinary Group, Bognor Regis

    118 Victoria Drive, Bognor Regis, PO21 2EJ, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Small animals

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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