Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal at Ivcevidensia

Are you ready to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where no two days are ever the same? At Chapelfield Vets in Norwich, we are looking for a passionate Veterinary Surgeon who thrives on variety, enjoys collaboration, and is keen to grow within a friendly and progressive practice.

Based at our modern, well-equipped Norwich branch, you’ll work with dogs, cats, and small furries such as rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, ferrets, and birds. With plans to expand our exotic services, there’s plenty of opportunity to develop your own interests. Our facilities include three consulting rooms (with a fourth on the way), two sterile theatres, a dedicated dental suite, digital DR X-ray, Sonoscape Propet 60 ultrasound, and separate cat and dog wards.

Your week will typically combine consultations with at least one dedicated surgical day, giving you exposure to a wide range of procedures. These include neutering, dentals, mass removals, laparotomies, orthopaedics, BOAS, and TECA. Most cases are managed in-house, so you’ll enjoy continuity of care for your patients and clients. While this role is primarily based in Norwich, there may also be opportunities to work across our wider team if you’d like additional variety.

What sets Chapelfield apart is the occasional extraordinary case. We support local wildlife, from hedgehogs to deer, and partner with Africa Alive and Banham Zoo. That means every now and then, you might find yourself treating something a little unusul, our most memorable visitor? A vulture!

Across our five branches we have 19 small animal vets, including certificate holders in dermatology, ophthalmology, and orthopaedics, with others currently studying imaging and feline medicine. Supporting them are 21 RVNs, four VCAs, and a fantastic reception team. Our nurses run their own consults, including post-op checks, second vaccines, and wellness clinics, and everyone is encouraged to develop their own areas of interest. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and individual growth.

We know life doesn’t fit neatly into a rota, so we offer flexible working patterns that adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you’re balancing school runs, family commitments, or simply want more time outside of work, we’ll work with you to find a pattern that suits. The full-time rota is up to 40 hours across four days with 1:4 Saturday mornings and no OOH. Part-time applications are warmly welcomed.

Norwich is a vibrant, historic city full of charm and character. With its stunning Norman cathedral, medieval streets, independent market, arts scene, and green spaces, it offers the perfect mix of heritage and modern living. As England’s first UNESCO City of Literature, Norwich combines history and culture with all the amenities of a lively, contemporary city.

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

*6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

*Private Medical Insurance

*Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing 

*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave

*Certificate support

*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

*BVA membership

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees 

*Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well 

*Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

*Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

*Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

*Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Salary up to £75,000 DOE