Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Make Your Mark at Hollygate Vets – Where Care Comes First

Hollygate is a long-established, small animal practice that blends modern veterinary care with genuine community spirit. While dogs and cats make up most of our patient list, we’re also proud to welcome small furries and exotic pets through our doors—every animal is treated like one of our own.

A Practice That Feels Like Home

Our compact yet well-equipped practice is designed with both patients and staff in mind. We’ve got two bright, spacious consult rooms, a dedicated surgery suite, a tidy prep room, and a fully stocked dispensary. Our cosy staff area is the perfect spot for a breather with tea, coffee, and a biscuit tin that’s always generously filled.

You’ll have access to digital X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, a full in-house lab, and a tonometer giving you everything you need to provide top-notch care.

A Balanced Role with Room to Grow

As one of our veterinary surgeons, you’ll enjoy a varied caseload with a healthy split between consultations and surgery. Mondays will be sole charge, giving you the chance to take the lead and shape the day your way.

Surgical cases are predominantly routine such as spays, dentals, lump removals—but there’s the opportunity to get involved with more advanced soft tissue procedures if that’s your thing.

Our brilliant RVNs run their own clinics and are actively involved in patient care, offering services from nail clipping and anal gland care to wellness checks, second vaccinations, and six-month MOTs. They’re a vital part of the team and make life as a vet that much easier.

A Team That Feels Like Family

At Hollygate, you won’t get lost in a crowd. We’re a small, close-knit team who look out for one another. You’ll be working alongside three experienced vets, including one with a certificate in ophthalmology, two fantastic RVNs, and our dedicated support staff.

We believe in giving back, too. We work closely with charities like Dogs Trust and Cats Protection, and we love being part of our local community whether that’s through offering care for rescues or pets or visiting schools to inspire the next generation of animal lovers.

If you’re looking for a friendly, supportive team where you can enjoy both the clinical and community sides of veterinary life, we’d love to hear from you. Come join us at Hollygate where every day is a chance to make a difference.

Flexible patterns that work for you

This is a fixed term contract for a minimum of 6 months. Working 30.5 hours over 4 days with Wednesdays off, 1 in 3 Saturday mornings – 9am-12pm and no OOH. Salary up to £65,000 FTE

Life in Belfast – A City with Heart

Belfast is a vibrant and welcoming city that offers the perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. From the stunning landscapes of the nearby Mourne Mountains and Causeway Coast to the buzzing cafés, restaurants, and arts scene in the Cathedral Quarter, there’s something here for everyone. Whether you’re into live music, outdoor adventures, or just a good pub with great craic, Belfast delivers.

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from –

Work-life balance

7 weeks annual leave pro rata

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

Non-accidental injury support

Development

£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

Certificate support

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider

All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

Infection Prevention and Control Programme

Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Additional

Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

Discounted staff pet care