Veterinary Surgeon – Full Time (Flexible Options Available)

Colchester, Essex, UK

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 per annum (DOE FTE)
Hours: 40 hours per week | 4-day week with a fixed day off (part time considered)
Rota: 1:6 Saturday mornings | No OOH
Contract: Permanent (part-time and FTC options considered)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a long-established, friendly small animal practice in the Colchester area, with over 75 years of service to the local community.

The Role

• Work alongside a supportive and experienced veterinary team

• Varied small animal caseload with opportunities for ongoing development

• Structured rota allowing excellent work–life balance

• Mix of consulting and operating days with routine surgeries

• Modern, well-equipped, purpose-built facilities

• Flexible working options available, including part-time or fixed-term contracts

What We’re Looking For

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon (or eligible)

• Minimum of 2 years’ UK experience

• Confident with routine consults and surgery

• Committed to delivering excellent patient and client care

About the Practice

This established small animal practice prides itself on providing a warm, community-focused service. Facilities include multiple consulting rooms, a dedicated exotics ward, x-ray and ultrasound, endoscopy equipment, and a fully equipped surgical theatre. The team benefits from a collaborative, supportive culture with highly experienced vets and nurses.

What’s on Offer

• 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave

• RCVS and VDS fees paid

• External CPD funded + extensive online CPD access

• Career progression opportunities

• Staff discounts and wellbeing support

• Life assurance and enhanced sickness pay

• Enhanced family leave policies

• Employer pension contribution

• Cycle to Work and electric car salary sacrifice schemes

📩 Apply now or contact Perry Ward for a confidential discussion:
perry.ward@gvcvets.com | 01392 401 078