We have an exciting opportunity for a veterinary surgeon looking to enhance their skills and make a meaningful impact at Glaven Vets. Our Elevate Programme offers additional financial incentives as you explore new challenges. At Glaven Vets we are dedicated to helping our team members reach their full potential, which is why we provide clearly defined opportunities for career advancement and personal development. 

Whether you're an early-career veterinarian looking to transition from your first practice or someone aiming to expand their small animal experience to include leadership roles, this role could be for you. We encourage our staff to pursue their specific interests and will support you every step of the way, including opportunities for study up to certificate level. 

- As a participant in the Elevate Programme, you will receive rewarding benefits for your commitment, including: 

- A generous welcome bonus to thank you for joining our team 

- An Elevate bonus equivalent to 25% of your annual salary, paid in month 6 

- An additional pro-rata bonus after 12 months 

- Concierge relocation assistance to ensure a smooth transition 

- Elevate Leave—up to 3 days to help you settle in 

- Opportunities for career development and progression 

Our flexible approach to rota patterns truly enhances your work-life balance. We understand that everyone has personal commitments outside of their careers, and we aim to help you achieve the right balance. A typical working day for our vets starts at 8:30 AM and ends at 6:30 PM, with most of our team working four days a week and enjoying a fixed day off. However, if you have a different schedule in mind, we encourage you to discuss it with us! With the beautiful Norfolk countryside and coast right on our doorstep, we want you to make the most of your time outside of work. 

While we have outsourced out-of-hours care, our nursing team provides inpatient cover from Monday to Friday. The diary consists of a blend of operating and consulting time at our main branch in Holt, with a couple of half days for consultations at our smaller branch in sunny Wells-next-the-Sea. Please note that this is sole charge consulting only. Admin time is allocated between consultations, and if additional time is needed, we are always willing to accommodate our vets' requirements. 

At Glaven Veterinary Practice, we take a personal and friendly approach to animal care, proudly serving the community since the 1960s. Our team of vets has a wealth of experience, ranging from three to 25 years post-qualification. Our well-equipped surgery features a comprehensive range of diagnostic tools, including a dedicated imaging room. To ensure minimal stress for our patients, we have separate wards for cats and dogs, as well as spacious “walk-in” kennels for large dogs, providing a comfortable environment for all pets during their stay. 

We are a collaborative team of four vets, supported by a few wonderful regular locums, allowing our permanent staff to take annual leave while maintaining a manageable workload. If you have a specific interest in veterinary medicine, we are committed to providing you with the support and funding necessary to pursue it. Knowledge sharing is part of our culture, and we encourage ongoing learning. 

Our dedicated nursing team consists of seven RVNs, two SVNs, and two ANAs, all committed to patient care and supporting our vets by conducting consultations. We are fortunate to have RVNs with special interests in canine and feline behaviour, emergency and critical care (ECC), and breeding. 

We prioritise collaboration and support within our team, focusing on wellbeing and professional development. Our dedicated wellbeing champions organise regular social and fundraising events, including a supper club and an annual Macmillan coffee morning. We also hold Wellbeing and Training sessions, which provide valuable training opportunities and a chance for the entire team to connect and check in with one another. Additionally, our practice management team includes qualified Mental Health First Aiders.  

We recognise that our people are fundamental to to our success. 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 - 

- 6.6 weeks annual leave 

- Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday 

- 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 5 days 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 £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund 

- Infection Prevention and Control Programme 

- Quality Improvement Programme 

- BVA membership 

- VDS cover 

- Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers 

- Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer 

- Discounted staff pet care 

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.