Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

About the Role

This is a part-time position offering up to 32 hours per week with a share of Saturday mornings (time given back in lieu) and crucially, no out-of-hours commitments. You’ll be providing high-quality clinical care to small animal patients whilst building strong client relationships and contributing to an efficient, well-organised clinic environment.

Based at White Cross Vets’ Hyde practice in Cheshire, you’ll work alongside a large, collaborative 6-vet team with varied interests and expertise. The practice has strong links with nearby Walkden and Sale clinics, giving you access to additional support and specialist services when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard clinical care across general small animal medicine and soft tissue surgery
• Provide excellent client communication and service
• Contribute to maintaining efficient clinic operations and protocols
• Engage with the practice’s collaborative approach to case management
• Support team culture and knowledge-sharing within the wider group structure

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon (RCVS registered)
• Enthusiasm for small animal medicine and willingness to develop skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient and client care

Benefits

• Leave & Work-Life Balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays), additional birthday holiday entitlement, no out-of-hours shifts
• Professional Development: £1,250 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata), certificate support, access to IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia, research funding opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental/surrogacy pay), wellbeing initiatives
• Financial: Competitive salary up to £65,000 (pro rata based on hours), company pension scheme with employer contribution, £1,250 annual Care Fund per vet, Cycle to Work scheme, Green Cars Scheme
• Professional Support: BVA membership, VDS cover
• Additional Perks: Discounted treatment for own pets at IVC Evidensia practices, voluntary benefits package, discounts/cashback with hundreds of retailers

About the Practice

White Cross Vets operates 23 modern veterinary practices across the North and Midlands of England and is recognised as one of the UK’s fastest-growing veterinary groups. The Hyde practice is part of IVC Evidensia (Mars Veterinary Health).

The Hyde surgery houses a large, enthusiastic team and boasts excellent facilities: 4 consultation rooms, dedicated cat and dog wards, full operating theatre, digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, and access to endoscopy. The team includes a medical certificate holder, a vet working towards ophthalmology certification, and a diplomate in anaesthesia. Visiting specialists provide orthopaedic and advanced diagnostic imaging services. The team is known for strong collaboration, regular social activities (meals out, pub quizzes, escape rooms), and active wellness challenges including group 10K training and Fitbit competitions.