At Oakfield, you'll experience the excitement of each day being unique. Your role will involve a range of tasks, from assisting in surgical procedures to providing expert advice during consultations, your daily routine will offer a diverse and stimulating mix of responsibilities. This variety not only keeps your work engaging and interesting but also provides you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a varied professional environment. This role will mainly be based at our Castle Bromwich site, but there will be occasions in which you’ll be needed to cover our other sites in Tamworth and Atherstone. We’re offering a welcome bonus of up to £5000 (pro rata) for new hires.
Work life balance that works for you
Understanding that achieving work-life balance is key to bringing out the best in our people, we're dedicated to supporting this for our colleagues. Everyone leads multifaceted lives with diverse demands and priorities beyond their careers, and we're passionate about making it effortless for you to strike that perfect balance. Your typical working hours would be 8am – 7pm across a four-day week, along with the shared Saturday rota. There is no out-of-hours requirement. We are closed on Sundays and Bank holidays. We offer 15-minute consulting appointments and surgery time each weekday.
About us
We are proud to have a close-knit supportive team of 7 vets, 15 nurses, 2 VCA’s, 3 receptionists a Client Coordinator, Mental Health First Aider, Feline and Canine Behaviourists, Small Animal Medicine and Exotics Certificate holders, as well as an Advanced Practitioner as part of our team. We encourage all interests, CPD, and certificate ambitions. We have most gadgets including: Digital Radiography, Dental Radiography, Laser and Ultrasound including cardiac probe. We are also an ISFM Cat Friendly Silver Accredited practice. We actively encourage our team members to contribute ideas and suggestions so we can continue improving our standards as high as possible to benefit staff, clients and our patients.
Here's what the team have to say
"I joined Oakfield Veterinary Group in 2011. I had previously done work experience and EMS with the practice and had loved my time there. I completed my Small Animal Medicine Certificate and became Senior Veterinary Surgeon within a couple of years, and took on the role of Clinical Director in 2019. I am very proud of these achievements and of the fact that I get to lead such a fantastic team of Vets, Nurses, Animal Assistants and Receptionists. I thoroughly enjoy my job and am excited for the future of Oakfield. I intend to continue ensuring that we provide the best possible care and service to our patients, and clients, while maintaining the best working environment we can". CD - Emma
A Mixture of Rural Countryside and City Life
Castle Bromwich is a vibrant suburb in the northeast of Birmingham, known for its friendly community and excellent transport links. The area combines historic charm – with landmarks like Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens, with modern amenities including local shops, schools and green space. It's convenient access to the M6 and nearby business hubs makes it an ideal location for both work and leisure.
How We’ll Support You
At IVC Evidensia, 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- 6.8 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 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.
