Night Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Scarsdale Vets, Vets at Night, Derby, East Midlands

Discipline: Small Animal

Flexible

Up to X pa DOE

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Night VS role at Scarsdale Vets, Pride Park

7 on, 14 off

Up to £65,000 (DOE)

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Scarsdale Vets, part of the inspiring Vet Care network, is recruiting!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Vet to join our First Opinion team. You’ll be responsible for managing existing First Opinion hospital patients plus First Opinion out of hours emergency cases. Candidates should have a good level of experience in ECC and knowledge of referral work (for example a rotating internship) would be advantageous. Our night work doesn’t include any of the regular appointments or animal MOTs. It’s very dependent on what arrives at the Practice on any given evening, or what cases there are already within our wards, so this role would suit someone who likes a varied and reactive environment.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Night Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

The role

You’ll work a 7 on – 14 off pattern. Working days will be 12 hours long with an hour for lunch. You’ll be working alongside our dedicated night team of nurses to deliver the absolute highest standards of care to our inpatients.

Here's what the team have to say

"The ECC caseload is diverse, ensuring that each shift remains engaging while offering excellent opportunities to further develop clinical skills in both emergency medicine and critical care. In addition, there is strong nursing support overnight, with four RVNs and two kennel assistants on duty. The rota is thoughtfully designed to promote a healthy work–life balance."

How We’ll Support You

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well-being. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

6.8 weeks’ holiday, including bank holidays
Private medical insurance
Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
Retail discounts and cashback offers
Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

Scarsdale Vets, Vets at Night

Riverside Road, Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8HX, United Kingdom

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

Talent Partner

Marcus Alphonso

marcus.alphonso@ivcevidensia.com