About the Role
Portchester Vets is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join their close-knit small animal team in Fareham. This is a full-time role across four days per week (38 hours), with one in three Saturday mornings from 9am to 12pm—and crucially, no out-of-hours or on-call requirements. Part-time applications are also welcome if you're looking for flexible working arrangements.
Set in a charming converted house within walking distance of the high street, the practice creates a warm, welcoming environment where you'll work primarily with dogs and cats, plus the occasional rabbit. You'll have the autonomy to develop your skills in routine medical and surgical cases while being supported by strong clinical colleagues and clear referral pathways when needed. Some sole charge work is involved, making this ideal for a vet who values independence balanced with reliable backup.
The practice has been a trusted part of the local community for over a decade, known for its friendly atmosphere and loyal client base. With well-equipped facilities including dedicated consult rooms, theatre, separate cat and dog wards with isolation, a lab, X-ray suite, and digital dental radiography, you'll have the tools to deliver thorough care.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality patient and client care across a varied small animal caseload (predominantly dogs, cats, and rabbits)
- Manage routine medical and surgical cases, supported by digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, K-laser, and in-house IDEXX laboratory facilities
- Work collaboratively with the practice team of one other vet, four RVNs, and two SVNs to ensure excellent clinical standards
- Contribute positively to the clinical culture, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of colleagues
- Develop your clinical interests and skills while maintaining open communication with team members and clients
- Ensure effective referral pathways are utilised when specialist input is needed (visiting specialists available as required)
Requirements
- Veterinary degree with RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)
- Growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases within a clinical practice setting
- Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
- Proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
- Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Experience level: experienced practitioners or those seeking consolidation of skills in a supportive environment
Benefits
- Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE, plus welcome bonus of up to £5,000 and relocation allowance of up to £5,000
- Work-Life Balance: Four-day working weeks (38 hours) with no out-of-hours or on-call requirements
- Time Off: 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
- Learning & Development: £1,250 annual CPD allowance, access to IVC Evidensia Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
- Career Support: Clear progression pathways across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles; access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
- Professional Support: BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees covered
- Healthcare: Private medical insurance
- Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy pay and leave
- Schemes & Perks: Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies), retail discounts and cashback offers, reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
- Additional Support: £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet to support wellbeing and development
About the Practice
Portchester Vets has been serving the local Fareham community with trust and care for over 10 years. The practice is housed in a characterful converted house just off the high street and features well-equipped clinical facilities including multiple consult rooms, a theatre with prep areas, separate cat and dog wards with isolation capabilities, a dedicated laboratory, X-ray suite with digital and dental radiography, and comfortable staff spaces. The team includes one other vet, four RVNs, two SVNs, and a supportive client care team, with the ability to bring in visiting specialists when required to ensure the highest standard of patient care and clinical support.
Portchester Vets is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group, comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals united by a shared purpose of happier animals and happier owners. IVC Evidensia is committed to supporting career development without limits, investing in learning, innovation, and wellbeing to create environments where teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment at every career stage. The group also actively champions diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging, and operates as a Disability Confident Employer.
