Veterinary Surgeon – Maternity Cover (Permanent Option Available)

Independent Small Animal Practice | North East Hampshire, UK
£35,000 – £75,000 DOE | Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months) | Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)

Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a well-supported maternity cover role within a progressive, independent practice — with the option of a permanent position for the right candidate? If you value clinical freedom, modern facilities, and a healthy work-life balance, this could be an excellent fit.

This opportunity offers flexibility, strong clinical support, and the chance to become part of a long-established team, with scope for longer-term progression if desired.

The Practice

This independent, multi-site small animal group operates several modern, well-equipped practices across North East Hampshire, offering easy access to both London and the South Coast.

Facilities include:

• CT scanner (at one site)

• Digital and dental X-ray

• Ultrasound

• Flexible endoscopy and gastroscopy

• Fully equipped operating theatre

• Large prep area

• In-house laboratory

• Separate dog and cat wards, including isolation

• Multiple consultation rooms

The team includes certificate holders across a range of disciplines, and the practice is ISFM Cat Friendly accredited, making it an excellent environment for ongoing clinical development.

The Role

• First-opinion Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

• Varied and engaging caseload

• Supported by a strong team of RVNs, SVNs, and experienced reception staff

• Mix of consulting and surgery

• Flexible rota with early and late finishes

• Shared weekend rota

• No OOH or night duties

• 12-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for a permanent role for the right candidate, if preferred

Full-time preferred, though part-time will be considered.

About You

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Confident with routine consultations and surgery

• Comfortable building strong client relationships

• Keen to work cases up properly with excellent support

• Interest in certificates welcomed and actively supported

Salary & Benefits

• £35,000 – £75,000 per annum (DOE)

• 6 weeks holiday (pro rata)

• Generous CPD allowance

• RCVS & VDS fees paid

• No OOH or night work

• Cost-price veterinary care

• Company pension

• Staff social events

• On-site parking

Interested?

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact:

Perry Ward
📧 perry.ward@gvcvets.com
📞 01392 401 078