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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Permanent Vet at Manor Vets, Shirley
Up to £65,000 (DOE)
Welcome bonus up to £5000 (pro rata)
Relocation allowance up to £5000
Manor Vets, part of the inspiring Vet Care network, is recruiting!
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.
You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.
Work life balance that actually works
We are proud to say our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours truly tips the scale on your work life balance. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it easy for you to strike the right balance, whether you are looking for a full time or part time role we are sure we can find the right rota pattern for you. Typically, a full-time role would involve working 40 hours per day (4 days per week), along with the shared Saturday morning rota, which sits at 4:12 with time back in lieu. There’s no out of hours or on call required with the role.
About Manor Vets
Manor Vets comprises of six fully functioning practices. Across all of our sites, we have an excellent team of clinicians that’s composed of 26 vets, 30 RVNs, as well as our staff of VCAs & SVNs. Our team boasts certificate holders in imaging, ophthalmology, surgery, cardiology, imaging and medicine. The Shirley site is a well equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, laparoscopy and CT at our nearby Halesowen site.
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Here's what the team have to say
"I started my career at Manor as a student vet nurse. The team welcomed me, were eager to show me the ropes and to get me involved with the wide and varied case load that we treat. Over the years I have been able to really utilise my nursing skills and broaden my knowledge within a supportive and caring environment. I have always been encouraged to improve and develop. Therefore, my role has changed over the years- SVN, RVN, senior inpatient nurse and now Nursing manager. I feel very lucky to be part of a team that really does aim to deliver the best care to our patients". - Amy, Nursing Manager.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:
A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
How We’ll Support You
At inspire vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
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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 & role-relevant courses £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays Private medical insurance Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy. BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies) Retail discounts and cashback offers Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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