The Package
Salary up to £63,962 (Annual)
- CPD allowance (£1,000 + 5 days paid leave)
- RCVS fees paid
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
- Three additional paid leave days (Volunteering Day, Celebration Day, Wellbeing Day)
- Generous pension contribution (5% rising to 10%)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Employee assistance programme (24/7 wellbeing support)
- Private medical cover
- Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Staff pet insurance discount
- Access to staff veterinary services
Job Description
Introduction
Our Client’s hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility dedicated to providing essential veterinary care to pets whose owners are facing financial hardship. As part of a long-standing and respected organisation, the hospital offers a supportive, collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality care while making a genuine difference within the community.
Working Hours / Rota
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, with flexible working options available to support a healthy work–life balance. The rota is designed to accommodate individual circumstances where possible, ensuring a sustainable and rewarding working pattern.
Role Description
This role offers a varied caseload across both medical and surgical cases, providing an excellent opportunity to develop clinical skills while making a meaningful impact. You will be responsible for consultations, diagnostics, treatment planning, and surgical procedures, all while delivering pragmatic and welfare-focused care. The position requires strong clinical decision-making and the ability to balance best practice with client circumstances. Working within a collaborative team, you will contribute to continuous improvement, support colleagues, and help deliver a high standard of patient and client care.
Team Size
You will be working as part of a collaborative and supportive team with varied clinical interests, encouraging shared learning, case discussion, and professional development.
Practice Details
This is a modern and well-equipped hospital featuring separate dog and cat kennelling, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, and extensive orthopaedic equipment. The practice supports a high standard of clinical care and offers a strong platform for development within a purpose-driven environment.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon who is adaptable, resilient, and confident managing a varied caseload in a fast-paced environment. They will possess strong clinical decision-making skills and be comfortable discussing realistic treatment options with clients, balancing best practice with individual circumstances. Excellent communication skills are essential, alongside a collaborative approach to teamwork and a genuine passion for animal welfare. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a supportive environment, contributing to shared learning and continuous improvement within the hospital.
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