Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in Hucknall, Nottingham

The client is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join a compassionate and skilled team in Hucknall. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting consultations and surgeries with confidence.
• Delivering high-quality patient care with a focus on animal welfare.
• Participating in a weekend rota, working 1:3 or 1:4 weekends with time off in lieu.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with valid RCVS registration.
• Experience in small animal practice and first opinion practice in the UK.
• Surgical bias or certificate preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Potential for advancement to a Lead Vet role.

Benefits

• Attractive salary up to £65,000 p/a reflective of skills and experience.
• Generous CPD allowance with funding towards certificates.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 5.6 weeks, increasing to 6.6 weeks after two years.
• An extra day’s leave for your birthday.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Access to private health insurance and a contributory pension scheme.
• In-house career development opportunities.
• Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS).
• Funded sponsorship visas and potential relocation allowances.
• Access to the reward hub, wellbeing support, and pastoral care.

About the Practice

Located in the thriving Nottinghamshire town of Hucknall, the practice is a stand-alone facility with modern, well-equipped amenities, including an operating theatre, in-house laboratory, pharmacy, and digital X-ray facilities. Hucknall offers excellent transport links to Nottingham and beyond, ideal for commuters while providing a relaxed suburban feel. The town features independent shops, cafés, pubs, and beautiful green spaces like Titchfield Park. It is a community with good schools, affordable housing, and a growing local economy. The practice comprises a team of 3 Vets, 4 Nurses, and 4 Receptionists, fostering a friendly and welcoming environment with occasional team nights out.

Job Reference No: JN-072025-32725