This independent veterinary group in West Sussex recognise that to deliver the very best care, veterinary professionals need support, balance and opportunities to grow.

This practice believes every vet should feel part of a community that builds them up, reconnects them with their passion and helps them thrive. Proudly independent, they offer genuine clinical freedom — the freedom to deliver care with a personal touch and to always do what’s right for patients.

This first-opinion GP role is based at a state-of-the-art hospital in West Sussex. The hospital has been thoughtfully designed to feel warm, welcoming and calming — a genuine home-from-home environment.

The team works closely with an on-site night service and an Advanced Practitioner-led referral service, allowing exceptional, personalised care to be delivered to patients 24/7, with strong clinical support always available.

The team culture is constructive, encouraging and kind. Inclusivity and collaboration ensure everyone feels respected and supported. The equality, empathy and closeness that unite the team shape how they work every day, both with colleagues and with clients.

About the role

This is a 12-month maternity cover contract, with full or part-time working patterns considered.

The practice is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) with at least 3 years’ small animal experience, including a minimum of 1 year practising in the UK. Applications from consult-only vets will also be considered.

Above all, candidates will share the practice’s values: humility, respect, empathy, honesty, communication, teamwork and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Generously funded CPD:
- £1,500 per year (£2,000 for Advanced Practitioners)
- 5 days’ CPD leave
- Certificate funding available
Standard pension scheme
40% staff discount for personal pets
7 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
Occupational health and mental health support
Enhanced benefits with service, including:
- Enhanced parental leave (6 months at 90% pay)
- Enhanced sickness benefit (2 weeks at 100% pay)

Rota

Full or part-time hours considered
Standard 10-hour shifts between 7:30am–7:30pm
1-hour lunch break
Adjusted shift times may be considered to support work-life balance
Contribution to early and late shifts, weekends, bank holidays and on-call rota
Rota structure discussed collaboratively at interview

Salary

£45,000 – £65,000+ FTE, depending on experience, certificates and Advanced Practitioner status.

If this role sounds of interest and you would like to find out more about this Fixed Term contract in West Sussex for a Veterinary Surgeon, then please do not delay and get in touch with Lacey TODAY: 01395 200189 / lacey.dorliac@synergyvets.com

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12 month fixed Term Maternity contract for a Veterinary Surgeon in West Sussex – Full or Part Time Considered