Small Animal | Full-Time | 4-Day Week | No OOH | £35,000–£50,000 DOE

Are you an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking for your next opportunity in Leeds?

An exciting opportunity is available for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, supportive and well-established small animal practice in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

This role would suit a vet with some first opinion experience who is looking to join a collaborative team, develop their clinical skills and enjoy an excellent work-life balance, with a 4-day working week and no Sunday or out-of-hours shifts.

The Role

You’ll join an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons, working across a number of established small animal sites in Leeds.

The role will involve a mixture of consultations and surgery, with the position primarily being a roaming role to support the wider rota. You’ll likely spend around one day per week operating at one of the main sites.

A consulting-only position can also be considered for the right candidate.

Working Pattern

• 38 hours per week
• 4-day working week
• 1 x 11-hour shift + 3 x 9-hour shifts
• 1-hour unpaid lunch break
• Shifts starting from 8:30am
• Saturdays approximately 1 in 5–6
• Saturday hours: 8:30am–6:30pm
• A day off the week before or after a Saturday worked
• No Sundays
• No out-of-hours shifts
• Bank Holidays shared equally across the team
• Practice closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day

About the Practice

You’ll be joining a well-established five-site small animal veterinary practice in Leeds, with a friendly and supportive team culture.

The wider clinical team includes around 12 Veterinary Surgeons, many of whom hold certificates or have developed specific clinical interests. You’ll also be supported by an excellent team of Veterinary Nurses and support staff who work closely together to provide high standards of patient and client care.

The practice is committed to supporting professional development and is proud to be both a Veterinary Nurse Training Practice and a host practice for final-year veterinary students.

Facilities & Equipment

The practice has invested heavily in its facilities and continues to grow, offering a modern and well-equipped working environment.

Facilities include:

• Dental X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Laparoscopic equipment
• Modern surgical facilities
• Excellent diagnostic equipment
• Multiple established practice sites

You’ll have access to a varied caseload and experienced colleagues, providing plenty of opportunities to develop your clinical skills and interests.

About You

We’re looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who has some experience working in a busy first opinion environment and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.

You’ll ideally:

• Be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Have some experience in small animal first opinion practice
• Be confident managing consultations
• Have experience with routine surgical procedures
• Be passionate about patient welfare and excellent client care
• Enjoy working collaboratively with Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs and support colleagues
• Be keen to continue developing your clinical skills

A consulting-only vet may also be considered, so please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Salary & Benefits

The salary for this role is £35,000–£50,000, depending on experience.

Benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave, including bank holidays
• Workplace pension scheme
• RCVS membership and VDS cover paid
• £1,500 CPD allowance + 5 days’ CPD leave
• Higher CPD allowance available for certificate holders
• Funded certificates
• Ongoing professional development encouraged
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced parental leave
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Colleague discounts for your pets
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Access to an extensive veterinary learning and development hub

Work-Life Balance

Work-life balance is a genuine priority within this team.

The 4-day working week, no Sunday or OOH shifts and additional day off around Saturday working mean you’ll have plenty of time away from the practice to enjoy your life outside of work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a vet who wants a rewarding clinical career without sacrificing their personal time.

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

You’ll be working across established small animal practices throughout Leeds, offering the opportunity to experience different teams and caseloads while remaining within the same supportive veterinary group.

Apply Today

If you’re a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking for a Veterinary Surgeon job in Leeds, offering a 4-day week, no OOH, excellent facilities and genuine opportunities for professional development, we’d love to hear from you.

Whether you’re looking for a full-time clinical role or a consulting-only position, get in touch for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

Apply today or contact me directly to find out more.

Contact

Angel Mason
Recruitment Consultant – Veterinary Recruitment
📧 angel.mason@gvcvets.com
📞 01392 793153