Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Small Animal Practice – Northampton, UK

Looking for a role where you can truly build lasting client relationships, enjoy genuine clinical freedom, and work with a close-knit, supportive team?

GVC are assisting a highly established independent veterinary practice in the Northampton area in their search for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their growing team.

This is a rare opportunity to join a proudly independent practice that places case continuity, client trust, and team culture at the heart of everything they do.

Why Join This Practice?

Work With Exceptional People

You’ll be joining a friendly, highly supportive team of 4 vets and 5 nurses who genuinely enjoy working together. The practice carefully selects team members who align with their collaborative and positive culture, ensuring an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

Clinical Freedom & Continuity

Unlike many corporate environments, this practice is built around long-term relationships. Clients are matched with “their” vet, allowing you to follow cases through from start to finish and build trust that lasts for years. You’ll have the autonomy to make clinical decisions based on what’s best for the patient, not sales targets.

Outstanding Career Development

Whether you want to further your surgical skills, pursue a certificate, or progress into leadership, the practice is committed to supporting your ambitions. A brand-new purpose-built facility is also planned, alongside continued investment in equipment and clinical services.

A Practice You’ll Be Proud Of

The clinic offers spacious, modern facilities filled with natural light, with beautifully designed client areas and your own personalised consult room. Equipment includes:

• Digital DR x-ray
• Dental x-ray
• Ultrasound
• Laparoscopic equipment
• Dedicated cat and dog wards
• Veterinary Nurse Training Centre

Rewarding Package

This role offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including:

• Salary from £60,000–£80,000 depending on experience
• Up to 20% annual bonus (non-sales based)
• Guaranteed first-year bonus of £5,000
• Relocation support available
• Private healthcare
• Pension
• Paid CPD and certificate support
• Paid RCVS and VDS fees
• Cost-price pet care
• Childcare support for children up to 3 years old
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Regular team social events and outings
• Clear progression opportunities into leadership or Clinical Director roles

The Role

• Full-time position with flexible 4 or 5-day week options
• 1 in 5 weekends
• No out-of-hours
• No bank holiday work
• 15-minute consultations
• Strong focus on work-life balance and team wellbeing

Who They’re Looking For

The practice is seeking a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with a few years’ experience who:

• Enjoys building strong client relationships
• Values continuity of care
• Thrives in a close, supportive team
• Enjoys consulting as much as surgery and medicine
• Remains calm under pressure
• Wants to contribute to the growth and future of an independent practice

The team also places huge importance on personality and cultural fit, with a unique multi-stage interview process designed to ensure both you and the practice are the right fit for each other.

If you’re looking for a genuinely different veterinary role where you can develop your career while feeling part of something special, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact me for more details 
stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com and 01392 793069