Job Description

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 Shield Vets:

Shield Vets is a friendly small animal practice based in Bishop's Waltham - a charming market town nestled in the Hampshire countryside near the South Downs National Park. The location offers stunning scenery, beautiful countryside walks, and a vibrant selection of local shops and cafes. Excellent transport links make it easy to get around, with local buses and a train station just 10 minutes away providing direct connections to London.

Our supportive team includes five Vets and eight Nurses working across our two practices, alongside a dedicated administrative team. We're proud of the diverse range of experience within the team - from recently qualified Vets to those with over 25 years in practice. Our facilities are well equipped with modern technology, including ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, an in-house laboratory (haematology and biochemistry), microscope, and more. We're also proud to hold a Feline Practice certificate.

Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

You will work 39 hours per week over four 9.5-hour days with a fixed day off a week. You will be part of our Saturday rota working 1 in 4 Saturday mornings 08:00 - 12:00.

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.



36,000 pro rata per annum

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.