Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal Hollygate Veterinary Clinic | Belfast Full-time or Part-time Permanent & FTC Opportunities Salary £60,000-£63,000 DOE (FTE)

At 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.

Hollygate Veterinary Clinic is growing and we're looking for capable, confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons to join our team in Belfast. We currently have a full-time permanent position and a part-time 12-month fixed-term opportunity available. Whether you're looking for your next long-term home or a flexible role with excellent support, we'd love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive practice with a loyal client base, modern facilities, genuine clinical freedom and the chance to help shape the future of a growing clinic. We're particularly keen to hear from vets who enjoy taking ownership of their work, making clinical decisions and helping develop new services. Whether your passion lies in surgery, dentistry, imaging or another area of practice, we'll support you in building that interest while giving you the freedom to make a real impact.

About Hollygate Veterinary Clinic Hollygate has built an excellent reputation within the local community and is entering an exciting phase of growth. We're looking for vets who want to be part of that journey and help shape what comes next. At Hollygate, you'll be joining a team that genuinely enjoys working together. We have an experienced, capable nursing team and a dedicated reception team who take enormous pride in the standard of care they provide. Everyone understands their role, works hard for each other, and shares the same goal of delivering an exceptional experience for both clients and patients. There's a real sense of togetherness within the clinic. Whether it's managing a busy day, working through a challenging case, or supporting one another during periods of change, people step up and work collaboratively. It's a supportive, respectful environment where everyone's contribution is valued and where you're encouraged to share ideas, ask questions and be yourself. While this role offers a high degree of clinical autonomy, you'll never feel like you're carrying the responsibility alone. The wider team is invested in helping each other succeed, and our Clinical Directors remain actively involved in the practice, providing regular support, guidance and mentorship. As a result, you'll have the freedom to practice your way while still benefiting from the backing of a close-knit and experienced team.

Shape the Clinic Around Your Interests This role offers a level of clinical autonomy that can be difficult to find elsewhere. Whether your interests lie in dentistry, ophthalmology, surgery, diagnostic imaging or another area entirely, we want to help you develop them. We're excited by the idea of bringing someone into the team who wants to grow services, enhance the client offering and help shape the future direction of the clinic. If you've ever wanted the freedom to influence how a practice develops without the pressures of ownership, this is a fantastic opportunity to do exactly that.

Facilities & Equipment We're well equipped to support high-quality clinical work, with facilities including a brand-new digital radiography system, ultrasound, dental radiography, slit lamp, operating microscope, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory and diagnostic suite. We're committed to providing our team with the tools they need to deliver excellent patient care and pursue their clinical interests.

Who We're Looking For We're looking for confident, capable vets who enjoy a busy first-opinion environment and are comfortable managing cases with a degree of independence. You'll be someone who values continuity of care, enjoys building strong client relationships and wants to contribute to a supportive, ambitious team.

Working Pattern We're flexible when it comes to working hours and are happy to consider both part-time and full-time applicants. Part-time hours can be offered from 20 hours per week, while full-time hours are up to 40 hours per week. There is a shared 1 in 3 Saturday rota, helping to ensure a fair balance across the team. The day-to-day workload is largely sole charge, although there are regular overlaps between clinicians during the latter part of the morning and afternoons. Our Clinical Directors remain actively involved in the practice and provide regular in-person support.

Support & Development This vacancy has arisen as an experienced Veterinary Surgeon progresses into a Clinical Director role within the wider group. As a result, she is personally invested in finding and supporting her successor, creating a unique opportunity for a thorough handover and smooth transition into the practice. We're ideally looking for someone who can join us in the next couple of months, although we're flexible for the right candidate and would welcome applications from those available later in the year, up to December 2026.

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 & 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

• 7 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.