Job ID: TVRS110

Colchester, Essex, UK

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

£40,000 - £60,000

Hours

Full Time

Practice Type

General Practice (1st Opinion)

Accommodation

Offered – On Site

Equipment Consulting Rooms In-house Lab Surgical Suite And More

Recruitment Consultant

Sam Kelly

01626 249108

Veterinary Surgeon

The Package

Salary up to £60,000 (Annual)

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  • Competitive base salary (usually £40,000–£60,000+)
  • Generous CPD allowance (certificate funding available at many practices)
  • Paid RCVS, VDS, and professional memberships
  • 5–6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Relocation assistance (when offered)
  • Enhanced parental and sick pay schemes (practice dependent)
  • Private health cover or wellbeing benefits (varies by employer)

Job Description

We’re recruiting Veterinary Surgeons across Colchester and the surrounding region, partnering with independent practices, established groups, and veterinary hospitals. Whether you’re seeking a first-opinion GP role, a surgically focused caseload, or a progressive hospital environment, we maintain a consistent pipeline of permanent opportunities to match varied clinical and career ambitions.

Most roles offer flexible rota patterns, ranging from part-time 2–3 day weeks to full-time 4-day arrangements. Many practices operate with no OOH requirements, and weekend rotas are typically light or optional depending on the clinic.

Typical duties include consultations, diagnostics, routine soft-tissue surgery, dental procedures, imaging interpretation, case management, clinical record-keeping, and client communication. Some positions also offer support for certificate study, structured mentorship, or progression into Senior or Lead Vet roles.

Our clients span independent clinics, boutique small groups, and national veterinary employers and giving you options on culture, caseload, clinical standards, and work–life balance.


Why work with us?

We prioritise clear communication, accurate job matching, and a straightforward hiring process. You’ll only be shown opportunities that genuinely align with your skills, salary expectations, rota preferences, and long-term goals.

You can expect:

  • Full job detail ahead of interviews

  • Transparent salary ranges and benefits

  • Interview guidance and package negotiation support

  • Honest advice about progression and clinical development


Requirements

  • RCVS registration

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Recent small-animal clinical experience (typically 2+ years unless stated otherwise)

  • Competent in routine consultations and surgery

  • Good communication and teamwork skills


Ready to explore permanent Vet Surgeon roles in Colchester?

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