Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon | Full-Time or Part-Time

GVC is assisting a well-established, single-site small animal practice in recruiting an enthusiastic and caring Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a broad and varied caseload, while developing long-term relationships with clients and their pets.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide first-opinion veterinary care, including routine consultations, surgical procedures, and in-house investigations. Some out-of-hours work is required, but the rota is designed to support a strong work-life balance.

• Hours: Full-time preferred, part-time considered

• Salary: £40,000–£60,000 FTE, including OOH

• OOH rota: 1 in 4, financially remunerated

• The practice encourages professional development and supports certificates in medicine, surgery, and dentistry, with a culture of knowledge-sharing among colleagues.

Team & Facilities

• Clinical team of vets supported by 5 RVNs, an animal care assistant, student nurses, and a skilled front-of-house team

• Fully equipped with digital X-ray (standard and dental), ultrasound, video-endoscope, and in-house laboratory for biochemistry and haematology

• Accredited Gold Compassionate Understood Practice and Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic

• Strong focus on in-house investigation and treatment, enabling vets to develop a broad range of medical and surgical skills

• Supportive, friendly team with emphasis on wellbeing and professional collaboration

Benefits

• 6.6 weeks paid holiday, including bank holidays

• £1,750 CPD allowance per annum, plus 5 CPD days

• RCVS membership and two additional subscriptions

• VDS cover

• Enhanced parental leave

• Company sick pay

• Annual pay reviews

• Career progression opportunities

• Pension scheme 

• Skilled worker visas considered

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate vet with experience in sole-charge consulting and routine operations to join a supportive, professional team committed to high-quality patient care and professional development.

Apply now or contact Stephanie for more details – stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com or 01392 793069