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 Taverham Veterinary Practice:
Taverham Veterinary Practice is a small-animal practice ideally located halfway between the vibrant city of Norwich and the beautiful North Norfolk coast. Our stunning location offers easy access to rivers and lakes for boating and nature, as well as the breathtaking Norfolk and Suffolk coastlines. Excellent transport links make travel to Cambridge, London, and other major UK cities such as Liverpool, Manchester, and Nottingham straightforward and convenient.
We have a large and supportive team, including 33 vets, 37 RVNs, 4 SVNs, 9 ANAs, and 43 additional support staff. Within our team, we have certificate holders in Internal Medicine, Surgery (Soft Tissue and Orthopaedic), Diagnostic Imaging, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Dentistry, and Emergency & Critical Care. We are proud supporters of StreetVet and other local charities, and we maintain a vibrant social calendar, including summer and Christmas parties, to foster a fun and inclusive team culture.
We are an RCVS-accredited hospital with several PSS awards and outstanding facilities. Our equipment includes a comprehensive in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and a brand-new CT scanner, allowing us to provide the highest standard of care for our patients.
Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Average of 40 hours per week, with variable shift times including weekends and twilight hours in the hospital. There is no on-call requirement. You will have dedicated shadowing and training days with our certificate holders, as well as the opportunity to participate in our charity surgery day every eight weeks.
You will be supported by a dedicated and trained GDP Advisor, with monthly reviews and meetings, alongside a pastoral mentor to support your wellbeing and a second-year “buddy.” Our two-year tailored programme provides experience across all areas of the hospital, including consulting, inpatients, surgery, procedures, shadowing and training days, and twilight shifts, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive start to your veterinary career.
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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
£36,000 pro rata per annum
