Junior Veterinary Surgeon

Small Animal Practice | North Essex, UK (Multi-Site)
£40,000 – £45,000 DOE | Full-Time | Permanent

Who They Are

I’m working with a friendly and supportive small animal practice in North Essex, offering a collaborative environment and strong clinical exposure. With multiple sites, this role provides a great opportunity to develop your skills across varied caseloads while working within a close-knit team.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a varied small animal caseload across consultations and surgery
• Work independently in sole charge when required
• Handle emergency cases confidently
• Perform routine and basic surgical procedures
• Work across multiple practice sites where needed

What You’ll Gain From Them

• Salary of £40,000 – £45,000, depending on experience
• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• 3 weeks paid sick leave per year
• RCVS fees paid
• Funded external CPD
• Staff discount schemes
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to a varied caseload to build confidence and clinical skills

What They’re Looking For

Clinical Skills – Solid GP foundation
Criteria: Minimum 2–3 years’ small animal experience

Independence – Confident in sole charge
Criteria: Able to manage cases independently when required

Emergency Care – Comfortable handling urgent cases
Criteria: Experience managing emergencies confidently

Flexibility – Adaptable across sites
Criteria: Willingness to work across multiple locations

Team Fit – Proactive and collaborative
Criteria: Positive attitude and strong communication skills

What’s Next

If you’re looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and flexible environment, I’d love to speak with you.

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