About the Role
<p><strong>Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon | Full-Time or Part-Time</strong></p>
<p>GVC is assisting a well-established, single-site small animal practice in recruiting an enthusiastic and caring Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a broad and varied caseload, while developing long-term relationships with clients and their pets.</p>
<h3><strong>The Role</strong></h3>
<p>The successful candidate will provide first-opinion veterinary care, including routine consultations, surgical procedures, and in-house investigations. Some out-of-hours work is required, but the rota is designed to support a strong work-life balance.</p>
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<p><strong>Hours:</strong> Full-time preferred, part-time considered</p>
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<p><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000–£60,000 FTE, including OOH</p>
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<p><strong>OOH rota:</strong> 1 in 4, financially remunerated</p>
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<p>The practice encourages professional development and supports certificates in medicine, surgery, and dentistry, with a culture of knowledge-sharing among colleagues.</p>
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<strong>Team & Facilities</strong></h3>
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<p>Clinical team of <strong>vets supported by 5 RVNs, an animal care assistant, student nurses, and a skilled front-of-house team</strong></p>
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<p>Fully equipped with <strong>digital X-ray (standard and dental), ultrasound, video-endoscope, and in-house laboratory</strong> for biochemistry and haematology</p>
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<p>Accredited <strong>Gold Compassionate Understood Practice</strong> and <strong>Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic</strong></p>
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<p>Strong focus on in-house investigation and treatment, enabling vets to develop a broad range of medical and surgical skills</p>
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<p>Supportive, friendly team with emphasis on wellbeing and professional collaboration</p>
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<h3><strong>Benefits</strong></h3>
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<p><strong>6.6 weeks paid holiday</strong>, including bank holidays</p>
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<p><strong>£1,750 CPD allowance</strong> per annum, plus 5 CPD days</p>
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<p>RCVS membership and two additional subscriptions</p>
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<p>VDS cover</p>
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<p>Enhanced parental leave</p>
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<p>Company sick pay</p>
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<p>Annual pay reviews</p>
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<p>Career progression opportunities</p>
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<p>Pension scheme </p>
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<p>Skilled worker visas considered</p>
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This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate vet with experience in sole-charge consulting and routine operations to join a supportive, professional team committed to high-quality patient care and professional development.</p>
<p><strong>Apply now or contact Stephanie for more details – stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com or 01392 793069</strong></p>