Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice 

Salary up to £64,000 | 4-day week | Certificate support | Accommodation available

GVC are assisting a proudly independent small animal practice located on the outskirts of London, offering excellent transport links into the city while avoiding the daily London grind. This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely supportive, well-equipped clinic that values clinical freedom, quality care, and work–life balance.

With easy access into London and the flexibility to adjust start times to miss rush hour, this role suits a Veterinary Surgeon who wants the best of both worlds — strong clinical exposure without the pressure of corporate targets.

The Role

• Full-time 4-day working week
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings, no Sundays
• No OOH – covered by a local external hospital
• Typically 1–2 dedicated operating days per week, rota planned around your interests
• Mix of consulting, medicine, and surgery
• Surgery days usually 8:30am–7pm with proper lunch breaks and regular downtime
• Flexibility with hours where possible

The practice operates across two sites:

• One branch focused primarily on consulting
• A main site handling both medicine and surgical cases

About You

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Around 3+ years’ UK experience
• A keen interest in surgery would be beneficial (though not essential)
• Comfortable working as part of a close-knit, collaborative team
• Looking for autonomy, progression, and long-term stability in an independent setting

Facilities & Clinical Support

• Two fully equipped theatres
• High-end diagnostics including ultrasound, imaging equipment, and dental suite
• Visiting orthopaedic surgeon 1–2 days per week
• Strong, loyal, and largely insured client base
• No sales pressure — clinical decisions are always led by you and the client

The owner is highly supportive but hands-off clinically, allowing you full autonomy to practise the way you feel is best.

The Team

• 2 full-time Vets, 1 part-time Vet
• Locum support currently in place during recruitment
• 5 experienced RVNs
• 3 support staff, including a Practice Manager with 25 years at the clinic
• A genuinely warm, stable, and supportive culture

Development & Progression

• Certificate support available after 6 months (e.g. surgery or imaging)
• Clear clinical progression pathway for a Vet interested in moving toward Senior / Lead / Head Vet level as the owner gradually reduces their hours

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £64,000 (DOE)
• Accommodation available if relocating – newly refurbished on-site flat
• 4-day week with rota flexibility
• CPD and certificate support
• Independent ethos — no corporatisation, no heavy KPIs

Interview Process

• Single-stage, on-site interview
• Opportunity to meet the team and see the culture first-hand

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