Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal
Byre Veterinary Surgery, Peterborough – Salary up to £65,000 DOE, Fixed‑term maternity cover contract (9 months or until the substantive post holder returns).
As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we support a busy first‑opinion small animal and exotics practice. This role offers the opportunity to serve as a Veterinary Surgeon on a maternity cover basis, working with a dedicated team of professionals.
Practice Highlights
- Team of 4 Vets, including an Exotics Specialist and an Exotics Certificate holder
- Team of 4 RVNs, including 2 with Exotics Certificates and 1 with a Behaviour Certificate
- Dedicated VCA service and part‑time receptionists
- Digital radiography and four‑probe ultrasound machine
- Endoscopy, orthopaedic and laparoscopic equipment
- Separate dog, cat, isolation and exotics wards
- Dedicated dental suite with dental radiography
- Two operating theatres
- Vets Now service allowing inpatients to remain on‑site overnight
- Convenient location with excellent road, rail and bus links
- Easy access to Peterborough city centre and surrounding countryside
How You’ll Make a Difference
You will work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. The role supports continued development of clinical skills, knowledge sharing and positive contribution to the clinical culture.
The position requires confidence with consultations and routine surgical procedures, and the occasional sole charge on Saturday mornings. Ideally, you will have at least two years of clinical experience, with an interest in surgery and dentistry advantageous.
Working Pattern
- Fixed‑term maternity cover contract
- Part‑time position
- Working pattern discussed and agreed with the successful candidate
- Participation in Saturday morning rota required
Qualifications
- Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
- Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
- Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
- A proactive approach to learning, openness to feedback and development
- Professionalism, reliability and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
How We’ll Support You
- 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 and role‑relevant courses
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for each vet
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand capabilities
- 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 and RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets
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