At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a supportive team and provide high-quality care to animals.
- Company: Well-established independent veterinary practice with over 100 years of history.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, professional development support, and profit-sharing scheme.
- Other info: Flexible full or part-time roles available in a vibrant location.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while enjoying a balanced work-life.
- Qualifications: Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for patient and client care.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 65000 £ per year.
Experienced Mixed or Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Location: North East England
Global Veterinary Careers is delighted to be supporting a well‑established independent veterinary practice, with over 100 years of history, in the search for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to work within an independent practice that genuinely values its team, encourages clinical development, and offers a varied caseload.
The role can be tailored to suit either a mixed practitioner (80% small animal, 10% equine, 10% farm) or a small animal‑only Veterinary Surgeon. Situated in the heart of North East England, the practice benefits from excellent transport links and easy access to vibrant cities, beautiful countryside, and stunning coastline.
The Role
- Full or part‑time opportunities available
- Mixed (80% small animal, 10% equine, 10% farm) or small animal‑only position
- Minimum of 2 full days per week for part‑time applicants
- One night on‑call per week with support from another Veterinary Surgeon
- 1 full on‑call weekend in every 6
- Receive a Friday or Monday off following your on‑call weekend to create a long weekend
- No weekday night on‑call the following week
- 1 Saturday morning in 3 (one forms part of the 1-in-6 weekend rota)
- Fairly shared bank holiday rota
- No sole charge on‑call duties
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Additional package available where accommodation, company car and fuel card are required
- Minimum 6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
- Salary review after successful completion of a 6-month probation
- Second salary review and bonus‑related earnings after 12 months
- Annual salary reviews thereafter
- Profit‑sharing scheme after one year
- RCVS and VDS memberships paid
- Visa sponsorship and funding available
- Generous CPD allowance with full support for professional development
- Regular in‑house CPD
- BUPA healthcare cover
- Workplace pension
- Discounted treatment for your own pets after probation
- Full sick pay after one year's service
About You
- Qualified Veterinary Surgeon
- Confident working in either mixed practice or small animal practice
- Full UK driving licence
- Passionate about delivering high‑quality patient and client care
- Keen to work as part of a collaborative, supportive veterinary team
If you're looking to join a long‑established independent practice where your development is encouraged and your contribution is genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.
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