Night Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

OverviewSalary up to £70,000 DOE, plus relocation allowance up to £5,000 and welcome bonus up to £5,000. 7 Nights On / 14 Nights Off | RCVS Accredited Hospital | Progressive, family-oriented practice.

At Hart Vets, we know that high-quality veterinary care starts with a passionate and supported team. Founded in 1993 as a family-run practice, we’ve grown into an RCVS Accredited Hospital in Bicester, with a second, well-equipped branch in Waddesdon. Now proud members of the Independent Vet Care group, we’ve kept our family-practice feel, and remain fully committed to exceptional standards of care-for our patients and our people.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Night Vet to join our team and play a key role in the growth and future of our OOH service. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a supportive, forward-thinking and collaborative environment where your voice and ideas are not only heard but valued.

Responsibilities

Working 7 nights on, 14 nights off, alongside a dedicated, experienced night RVN.

Managing a waking OOH role – handling emergency cases and delivering gold-standard inpatient care.

Helping grow our out-of-hours offering, currently serving Hart Vets and Croft Vets, with scope to expand.

Participating in daily clinical handovers and rounds, contributing to a fully integrated, communicative team.

Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues while continuing to learn and develop your own clinical expertise.

What Sets Us Apart

State-of-the-art facilities, including DR x-ray, endoscopy, ultrasound, capnography, incubators, and more.

Separate cat and dog waiting areas to maintain a calm and stress-free environment.

Dedicated night nursing team awake and on-site throughout the night.

A genuine emphasis on continuity of care—our patients often see the same vet every visit.

A strong, diverse clinical team of 13 vets (10 FTE), including certificate holders in Surgery, Imaging and General Practice.

Teaching practice ethos, encouraging learning at all levels and fostering a growth mindset.

Potential relocation to a brand-new, purpose-built hospital in Bicester on the horizon—part of shaping its future.

What We’re Looking For

An enthusiastic, motivated vet who thrives in emergency settings and wants to build something meaningful.

Organised, compassionate, and team-oriented.

A vet who is happy in both consultations and theatre, and excited to be part of a progressive, proactive hospital practice.

A mentor and a learner—equally happy sharing knowledge and learning from others.

BenefitsBecause our people matter, we offer a range of benefits in addition to a competitive base salary:

Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.

Wellbeing: 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 employee wellbeing.

Development: £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; certificate support; learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon; research funding opportunities; Care Fund with £1,250 per annum to spend; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme.

Professional Memberships: BVA membership; VDS cover; RCVS fees.

Colleague Benefits: Company pension scheme with employer contribution; Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes; voluntary benefits package; discounts with retailers; discounted treatment for own pets at an IVC Evidensia ..... full job details .....