Key Details:

• Working Days: Full-time or part-time considered, 4 days per week with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings
• Hours: 40 hours per week across 4 days, no OOH
• Duties: Balanced mix of consultations and surgery, with flexibility to tailor caseload
• Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum FTE, dependent on experience

About the Role:

• The client is seeking a confident small animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a first opinion team delivering high standards of care.
• Ideally, 3-5 years UK experience however, confident vets with less experience may be considered
• The caseload is varied and will typically include one day of surgery, one day of consultations, and two mixed days.
• There is scope to develop advanced surgical skills and train with very experienced vets in the local sister hospital
• There is no out-of-hours commitment, and Saturday mornings are worked on a 1 in 3 rota to support work–life balance.

About the Candidate:

• The successful candidate will be a confident GP vet
• An interest in developing advanced skills will be supported with extensive CPD.
• The role suits an individual who enjoys teamwork, case discussion, and building long-term client relationships.
• Wildlife and exotic presentations are seen, offering optional variety for those with relevant interests.

About the Package:

The package includes 5 weeks of holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave, RCVS and VDS fees paid, employer pension contribution, life assurance, enhanced equal family leave, relocation support, and access to an e-car salary sacrifice scheme. Professional development is encouraged through internal and externally funded CPD within a wider clinical network.

About the Practice:

The 2-site practice has served its local communities for over three decades. Facilities include two theatres at the main site with a glass link, digital X-ray, dental radiography, ultrasound, vista scanner, and in-house laboratory equipment. Recent renovations have created light and spacious clinical areas designed for efficient workflows.

Both sites hold Silver Cat Friendly status, with additional recognition from relevant welfare and environmental accreditation schemes. The team includes five Vets supported by experienced nurses and client care colleagues. The culture is supportive and sociable, with an emphasis on case continuity, patient welfare, and client communication. Access to a broader group network provides referral pathways, mentoring, and wellbeing resources.

Job Reference No: JN-102025-33271