OverviewLead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal at Vet Record Careers (Wellpets, Worle). We are looking for a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Wellpets, Worle. You will be warmly welcomed into a friendly practice focused on meeting the needs of the local community. We support relocation where applicable.ResponsibilitiesPerform high-quality clinical care for small animals in a sole-charge role, with access to an established local support network.Contribute to a well-structured diary to ensure time for 1:1 patient care.Collaborate with the Yeovil Wellpets branch and Vale Portishead hospital for case discussions and mutual support via phone or video conference.Participate in a Saturday rota (8:30am - 12:30pm); no out-of-hours duties required, with flexibility discussed to support work-life balance.Engage with the practice’s philosophy of treating pets and colleagues like family.RequirementsQualified veterinary surgeon with small animal experience.Willingness to contribute to a collaborative team and participate in ongoing professional development.Location and ScheduleWorle, North Somerset, with convenient access to Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding area. Flexible full-time (typically over 4 days) or part-time hours available.Benefits and CompensationSalary up to £75,000 DOERelocation allowance up to £5,000Welcome bonus up to £10,000Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, surrogacy pay)CPD allowance up to £1,250 with 40 hours paid CPD leaveCertificate support and access to VetlexiconResearch funding opportunities and Care Fund allowanceInfection Prevention and Control Programme and Quality Improvement ProgrammeRCVS fees and BVA membership supported; VDS coverCompany pension; Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemesVoluntary benefits and discounts at participating retailers; discounted treatment for your own petsCompany and TeamProud to be part of IVC Evidensia, a network of over 2,500 clinics and 41,000 employees across 20 countries, dedicated to Healthy Animals, Happy Owners. #J-18808-Ljbffr