Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

You

Stepping into your future - ready to learn, grow, and do meaningful work that matters.

At IVC Evidensia, you’ll find a place where you can be yourself, supported by people who want to see you thrive. You’ll get hands-on experience, build your confidence, and discover just how far your passion can take you.  

Unlock Your Passions At Myerscough Veterinary Group

Myerscough Veterinary Group are a group of small animal practices located in the North West of England. You will be mainly based at our Clayton Le Dale in Blackburn and once you feel confident, you may be required to work at our other branches. Blackburn is well-connected by road and rail. The local railway station offers regular services to nearby cities like Preston and Leeds and Manchester Airport is easily accessible from Blackburn via the motorway network. The M65 motorway runs close to Blackburn, connecting it to Manchester and Blackpool. Blackburn is surrounded by green spaces, including parks, nature reserves, and the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

We have a supportive and friendly team of 18 Vets, 25 Nurses and a fantastic support team. Within our team, we have certificate holders in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Dentistry and Oral Surgery and Anaesthesia. We also have another Vet working towards their Dermatology certificate. At Myerscough, we encourage development of all our staff, but we are also aware of how important personal time is. We are here to develop you as a veterinary surgeon, but also to look after you as an individual. Pastoral care is massively important in our practice.

Practice facilities and equipment include digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, laparoscopy, CT Scanner and so much more.

Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle. 

You will work 40 hours per week which will be split over 4 days per week. There will also be 1:8 Saturdays on a rota basis and there is no OOH or on-call.

Be Part of Something Bigger – What you’ll get: 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to helping you shape your career your way. Our Graduate Academy offers the very best start to life in practice. 

• Boost Your Learning - Take your career to the next level with our blended learning programme, tailored to your goals. 
• Connect, Learn, Grow - Join a global community of veterinary professionals and access career opportunities across our network. 
• Unlock Your Development - Explore CPD and research opportunities, including the IVC Evidensia Research Fund. 
• Supported to Thrive - Gain invaluable experience with guidance from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression. 
• Your Wellbeing - Feel supported with £1,250 per year to spend via our Care Fund, plus a range of wellbeing initiatives. 
  
  

Benefits And Rewards

Enjoy a competitive starting salary from £36,000, alongside a range of benefits designed to help you thrive: 

• Salary increase in year 2 
• No financial tie-in 
• 6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off 
• Company pension with IVC contribution 
• Private medical insurance 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme 
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes 
• Retail discounts and cashback 
• Discounted pet care at IVC practices 
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others) 
  
  

You

Joining a community where you’re seen, valued, and empowered to have an impact that’s felt. This is more than just your first step - it’s the start of something bigger.

You

Unlimited.

Join our Graduate Academy. 

IVC Evidensia is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

£36,000 - £36,000 a year

£36,000 per annum pro-rata

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