Small Animal veterinaryVacancy near Manchester in Stockport

Veterinary Surgeon – South Manchester

4-Day Week | No On-Call | Tier 3 Hospital & In-House Referrals | Up to 6.6 Weeks Holiday

Are you an experienced veterinary surgeon seeking a supportive and progressive practice where you can grow and thrive? A well‑established, multi‑site veterinary group in South Manchester is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join their first‑opinion team. This varied and rewarding role offers a balanced four‑day week, with some late evenings (5 pm–11 pm) and weekend shifts on a fair rota. There is no on‑call, and time off in lieu (TOIL) is generously provided.

The group consists of seven branches, including a 24‑hour Tier 3 hospital and an in‑house referral service led by certificate holders across multiple disciplines. This means your patients can receive advanced care without leaving the practice, supported by a passionate, highly skilled team and state‑of‑the‑art equipment. The practice prides itself on providing gold‑standard care while promoting engaged client consent, allowing you to offer the best treatment options to a loyal and growing client base. Some sole charge may be required, so previous general practice experience is important.

What the practice offers

• Impressive advanced tools including CT scanner and visiting MRI, Doppler echocardiography, flexible and rigid endoscopes, laparoscopy and fluoroscopy, digital radiography and dental radiography, advanced ultrasound, anaesthesia and surgical equipment.
• Career development fully supported with a generous and flexible CPD budget, funded certificate opportunities, and weekly clinical meetings and case discussions.
• Work‑life balance priority: average four‑day week, no on‑call, weekend shifts fairly distributed and compensated with TOIL.
• Extensive benefits package: 6.6 weeks of paid holiday (including Bank Holidays), RCVS membership plus one additional professional membership paid, Healthshield Employee Assistance Programme, workplace pension, enhanced parental leave, buy/sell holiday scheme, VDS cover for clinical team, employee‑funded private medical cover, generous staff pet discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, long‑service awards, and internal recognition programs. Flexible working arrangements welcomed.

Who we’re looking for

• RCVS‑registered Veterinary Surgeon, confident in general practice duties and occasional sole charge.
• Strong communicator, excellent team player, committed to maintaining high clinical standards and providing outstanding patient care.

Location

Based in South Manchester, the practice offers easy access to vibrant Manchester, as well as the Peak District and Lake District for countryside escapes, all with excellent transport links.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced vet to join a progressive, supportive team with excellent career development and a balanced lifestyle.