Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Salary up to £70,000 DOE | £5,000 Welcome Bonus | £5,000 Relocation Allowance Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a friendly, close-knit practice where you can enjoy a varied caseload, develop your clinical interests and have your weekends completely free? At Riverside Vets, we've been caring for the pets of Spalding and the surrounding community for over 70 years. We're a well-established small animal practice with a loyal client base, an experienced team and a genuine focus on providing compassionate, high-quality care. We're now looking for a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join us and become an important part of our team. You'll enjoy a varied first opinion caseload, with a good balance of consultations, medical workups and surgery. As a smaller practice, you'll have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients, follow your cases through and really get to know the pets you're caring for. We're looking for an experienced vet who is comfortable with routine consultations and surgery and confident working sole charge when required. You'll be joining a knowledgeable team who work closely together and take pride in delivering excellent patient care. We're also keen to support your clinical interests and professional development, whether you're looking to build on your existing skills, explore a particular area of veterinary medicine or work towards a certificate qualification. Fix or flex – find your perfect balance We understand how important it is to have time for life outside of work, which is why this role offers a fantastic work-life balance with no weekends or out-of-hours commitments. Our practice is open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–6:30pm, and we're happy to consider different working patterns, whether you're looking for full-time hours, fewer days or adjusted shifts. We're open to discussing what works best for you and finding a rota that suits both your lifestyle and the needs of the practice. Find a supportive team and a place to grow You'll be joining a small, friendly and experienced clinical team of 3 vets, alongside a dedicated nursing and support team. Our nursing team includes 2 RVNs, 2 VCAs and a nursing assistant, who play an important role in supporting our vets and delivering excellent patient care. Our nurses also run their own nurse clinics, helping us provide a well-rounded service to our clients and patients. We have everything you need to deliver a high standard of first opinion care, including 3 consulting rooms, digital X-ray, ultrasound equipment, including cardiac scanning capabilities and in-house laboratory facilities. With experienced colleagues, a collaborative working environment and support for further qualifications, Riverside is a great place to continue building your career. Discover life in Spalding Located in the heart of Spalding, Lincolnshire, Riverside Vets offers the charm of a traditional market town with the convenience of excellent transport connections. Spalding has a welcoming community, local shops, cafés and restaurants, along with plenty of green spaces and countryside to explore. Peterborough is within easy reach, offering a wider range of shopping, leisure and entertainment, as well as direct rail services to London. Spalding also has its own railway station, with connections to Peterborough and onward travel to the capital, making it a convenient location for those considering relocating or commuting. At Riverside, you'll find a welcoming team, the opportunity to make a real difference to your patients and a working pattern that gives you plenty of time to enjoy everything outside of work. How We’ll Support You At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: * 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