About the role
Salary up to £75,000 DOE
Welcome Bonus up to £8,000
Relocation Allowance up to £8,000
Join the friendly and experienced team at East Grinstead Vets. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established practice with a strong reputation in the local community, excellent facilities and a supportive team. With a long-standing nursing team, experienced leadership and a varied clinical caseload, including regular orthopaedic work, you'll have plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and clinical interests.
Located in beautiful West Sussex, East Grinstead offers the best of both worlds, with Ashdown Forest on your doorstep, Brighton and the South Downs within easy reach, and excellent transport links to London, Gatwick Airport and major road networks.
As part of 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.
Practice Highlights
*Flexible working with no OOH *Experienced, long-standing vet, nursing and support team *Strong leadership support from our DOPCS, Practice Manager and Head Nurse *Excellent facilities *Varied clinical caseload, including regular orthopaedic work *Opportunity to support up to three local sites, with flexibility for the right candidate
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a 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 while leading and supporting those around you. Day-to-day duties include a mix of consultations, working up medical cases and some routine surgery. You will be responsible for a wide range of cases with support from experienced colleagues.
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 outstanding 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 * A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care
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 and 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.