Locum Vet – Charity Hospital | East Kent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy and rewarding charity-led small animal practice on the Kent Coast. This is an ongoing requirement while the team recruits permanently, offering a varied caseload, a supportive clinical environment, and the chance to make a genuine difference to animal welfare.

The Role

• 🗓️ ASAP start with an ongoing commitment whilst permanent recruitment is underway
• ⏰ 5 days per week, 8:30am to 6:00pm
• 🚫 No weekends, no on-call duties and no OOH requirements
• 👨‍⚕️ Work alongside one other Veterinary Surgeon, with only minimal sole charge at the beginning and end of the day
• 🩺 Mix of consultations and surgery, with consults-only options also considered
• ⌛ 15-minute consult slots for sick and injured patients, with 10-minute preventative care appointments
• 💷 £50 per day accommodation allowance available where required

The Practice

• 👩‍⚕️ Supported by a dedicated team of 6 Nurses and 6 Veterinary Care Assistants
• 🏥 Busy charity environment offering a genuinely varied and interesting caseload
• 🔬 Frequent surgical procedures including pyometras, foreign body removals and other rewarding soft tissue cases
• ❤️ Opportunity to work with a wide range of patients requiring both routine and urgent care
• 🤝 Collaborative and supportive team culture with strong nursing support throughout the day

Additional Information

• 🌟 Ideal for vets who enjoy a fast-paced and clinically rewarding caseload
• 📈 Excellent opportunity to utilise both consulting and surgical skills
• 🐾 Meaningful charity work helping pets and owners who need support most
• 🚗 Accommodation support available for those travelling from further afield

If you're looking for a rewarding locum role with a busy caseload, strong support network and excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

Rob James | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 126 | rob.james@gvcvets.com