Veterinary Surgeon
Salary up to £70,000 DOE | 40 Hours per Week | No OOH | Certificate Support
Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a progressive practice where you can develop your clinical skills, enjoy a varied caseload and feel genuinely supported by your team?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, friendly small animal practice with a strong clinical focus and a collaborative working culture. The practice offers excellent transport links and easy access to the countryside, providing an attractive balance between work and lifestyle.
A Supportive, Experienced Team
You’ll be joining a well-established team of four Veterinary Surgeons, seven Registered Veterinary Nurses, four Client Care Advisors and a dedicated Practice Manager.
As a teaching practice, the team regularly supports student veterinary nurses and veterinary students, creating a learning-focused environment where knowledge sharing and professional development are encouraged.
The culture is built around collaboration, high clinical standards and supporting colleagues to grow in confidence and capability.
Modern Facilities and Varied Clinical Work
The practice is equipped to support high-quality patient care, with:
A comprehensive in-house laboratory
Digital radiography
Advanced ultrasound equipment, including a cardiac probe
ECG and Tono-Pen
Separate dog, cat and exotic wards
You’ll have the opportunity to work up a varied caseload, with strong clinical support available for non-routine procedures. Sole-charge work is minimal, although confidence in routine surgery and consultations is important.
The practice holds recognised veterinary practice accreditation, Silver-level cat-friendly status and Silver Plus rabbit-friendly accreditation.
Veterinary Surgeons with additional qualifications are warmly welcomed, with an enhanced salary available to reflect relevant experience and expertise.
The Role
Ideally full-time, working 40 hours over four days
One in four Saturdays, 9am–5pm
No out-of-hours work
A fixed day off every week
Minimal sole-charge responsibility
The consistent weekly day off makes it easier to plan commitments outside work and enjoy a better work-life balance.
Salary, Development and Benefits
Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience
Generous CPD budget and five paid CPD days per year
Full support for certificate study and progression
Paid professional membership fees
Generous holiday allowance
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
An additional day off when your birthday falls on a working day
Regular wellbeing afternoons during working hours
Contributory pension scheme
Two free lifetime pet healthcare policies
Work anniversary celebrations
About You
You’ll be a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident in routine surgery and consultations, enjoys investigating interesting cases and takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.
You’ll also bring:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A collaborative approach to working with vets, nurses and support colleagues
A genuine interest in continuing professional development
Confidence in a first-opinion practice
The ability to work independently when needed
A commitment to animal welfare and high clinical standards
Most importantly, you’ll want to be part of a team that recognises your contribution, supports your ambitions and invests in your future.
Interested?
If you’re looking for a role that combines clinical opportunity, certificate support, a welcoming team and a predictable working pattern, we’d love to hear from you.
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