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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Beech House Veterinary Centre, Bitterne, Southampton, South East
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Flexible
Salary up to £70,000 DOE
Salary up to £70,000 DOE and relocation allowance up to £5,000
Beech House Vets has proudly supported the local community for over 50 years and continues to grow as a trusted, well-established practice. We are now seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to support our team, contribute clinical leadership and help shape the next phase of our journey.
A Role Built for Clinical Confidence
This role offers a balanced and structured working week, with one dedicated surgical day and the remaining time focused primarily on consultations. Our caseload is largely cats and dogs, alongside rabbits and occasional small furries. While surgeries are generally routine, having Vets Now on site allows exposure to a wider range of cases and excellent case continuity. You will be fully supported by modern facilities including piped Isoflo anaesthesia, digital X-ray, ultrasound, ECG with both in-house monitoring and external interpretation, air-driven dental equipment, and a laboratory capable of full biochemistry and haematology.
Autonomy, Mentorship and Impact
There are elements of sole charge within this role, making it ideal for a confident, experienced vet who enjoys autonomy and responsibility. You will also play a key role in supporting and developing newly qualified vets, sharing your experience while maintaining high clinical standards across the practice.
A Spacious, Well-Equipped Environment
Beech House Vets operates from a large converted house, offering a light and welcoming reception, six consultation rooms including a dedicated RVN consult space, and a large prep and theatre area. The practice also includes a fully equipped laboratory, isolation facilities, separate cat and dog wards, quiet office space for admin, a comfortable staff room with refreshment facilities and on-site parking.
A Working Pattern That Respects Balance
This is a full-time role working 40 hours across four days, with a one in four Saturday morning rota from 8:15am to 12:15pm. There is no out-of-hours or on-call work.
A Team That Values Expertise
You will be joining a team of six vets, five RVNs, two SVNs and a dedicated client care team. The practice is home to a vet with a certificate in diagnostic imaging and another working towards a certificate in small animal surgery. We are very open to supporting further qualifications.
Living and Working in Southampton
Southampton offers an excellent quality of life, combining city convenience with easy access to nature. With the New Forest and South Downs close by, plus coastal walks, sailing and green spaces on your doorstep, it’s ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors. Strong transport links, including direct trains to London, make Southampton a fantastic location.
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
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
Beech House Veterinary Centre, Bitterne
64 West End Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO18 6TG, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
Rabbit 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 Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.