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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

Job in Hove, Brighton & Hove, East Sussex, England, UK
Listing for: IVC Evidensia UK
Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2025-12-12
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 66000 GBP Yearly GBP 66000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Hove

Overview

Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia UK
. This is a fixed term maternity cover and part time role with a salary of up to £66,000 FTE pro rata.

Are you an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon looking for a flexible role that offers a great work-life balance and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact?

Employer:

Acorn Vets. A 2-site practice with the main site on Portland Road (2 vets supported by 3-4 vet nurses per day) and the Hangleton Road branch (smaller but tight-knit, with sole charge and nurse support). Facilities include in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, ultrasound, digital dental x-ray, and operating theatre. The area offers local attractions, including proximity to a seafront and the South Downs, with easy transport links to London.

Your

Role at Acorn Vets

This exciting part-time position offers flexibility to suit your lifestyle, working 2 days a week and 1:4 Saturday mornings. You’ll primarily be based at our Hove branch, with occasional shifts at our Hangleton practice. In this role, you’ll work across a varied 1st opinion caseload, including GP consultations and surgeries, dentals, and opportunities to develop your skills in your preferred area of expertise.

Flexible Working with No OOH
No out-of-hours work, and weekend commitments include only 1:4 Saturday mornings.

Team and Environment

Join a supportive team with a close-knit, collaborative culture. Acorn visits two well-equipped practices in Hove. Our modern facilities and RCVS accreditation ensure high standards of care, and the welcoming team aims to make you feel at home from day one.

Responsibilities
  • Provide 1st opinion veterinary care including GP consultations and surgeries.
  • Perform dental procedures where appropriate.
  • Develop skills in your preferred area of expertise.
Requirements
  • RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
Benefits and Rewards
  • 6.6 weeks annual leave and birthday entitlement
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • CPD allowance of £1250 with 40 hours paid pro rata
  • Certificate support and learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Access to Vetlexicon and research funding opportunities
  • Care Fund with £1250 per annum for Vets
  • Infection Prevention and Control Programme
  • Quality Improvement Programme
Additional
  • Pawsome Benefits – discounts and cashback with retailers
  • Pension – 5% Employee / 3% Employer
  • Discounted staff pet care

Up to £66,000 DOE pro rata

Employment details
  • Seniority level:
    Entry level
  • Employment type:

    Part-time
  • Job function:
    Health Care Provider
  • Industries:
    Veterinary Services

For more opportunities, see related Veterinary Surgeon vacancies in the Brighton area and nearby locations.

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