First‑opinion vet role in East Kent with a strong clinical team, modern facilities, varied caseload, structured rota, and comprehensive professional development support.

Who They Are

This is a well‑equipped first‑opinion small animal practice in East Kent, close to the coast and surrounded by countryside. The practice benefits from a supportive clinical environment, loyal client base and modern equipment, enabling high‑quality case work‑ups and continuity of care.

Facilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, dedicated consulting spaces, surgical suites and strong nurse‑led clinics. The veterinary team is supported by skilled registered veterinary nurses and experienced client‑care colleagues, with access to advanced diagnostics at nearby hospital facilities within the wider regional network.

The practice is embedded in a close community, allowing clinicians to build long‑term client relationships and deliver consistent patient‑centred care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide first‑opinion consultations, diagnostics and routine surgical procedures.
• Develop evidence‑based treatment plans and deliver care aligned with professional and regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons, RVNs and support staff to manage routine and more complex cases.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practice, participating in discussions, audits and team development activities.
• Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive, learning‑focused clinical environment.

Rota:

• 40‑hour week over four days
• 1 in 6 weekends
• No out‑of‑hours responsibilities

What You’ll Gain From Them

• Salary up to £65,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive wellbeing and health benefits, including:
  • Private medical insurance
  • Health cash plan
  • 24/7 wellbeing support
  • Life assurance
• Generous annual leave allowance including:
  • 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Additional annual leave increasing with length of service
  • One additional “Day for You” each year
• Extensive professional development support:
  • £1,500 annual CPD allowance
  • 3 days’ paid CPD leave
  • Funded certificate pathways
  • Access to internal CPD and clinical development communities
• Additional benefits including:
  • Paid RCVS and VDS memberships
  • Relocation and visa support where applicable
  • Sabbatical options (tenure‑dependent)
  • Cycle to Work scheme, travel loan options
  • Staff discount schemes
  • Free uniform and paid lunch break