At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide veterinary care, manage consultations and surgeries, and build client relationships.
- Company: Established small animal practice in Windsor with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, generous CPD allowance, and 22 days annual leave.
- Other info: Friendly environment with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Enjoy a 4-day work week and a great work-life balance while making a difference.
- Qualifications: RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with experience in small animal practice.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role that offers an excellent work-life balance, clinical variety and a genuinely supportive team? An established small animal practice in Windsor, Berkshire is looking to welcome a Veterinary Surgeon to its experienced and friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a four-day working week, a varied GP caseload and excellent support for your ongoing professional development.
The Role
This is a permanent small animal Veterinary Surgeon position based primarily at the Windsor practice, with occasional cover at nearby branch surgeries in Egham and Ascot. You'll enjoy a varied workload combining consultations, surgery and case continuity, allowing you to build lasting client relationships while developing your clinical interests.
Working Pattern
- 4-day working week
- Start at 8:30am (8:00am on surgery days)
- Finish between 5:30pm and 6:30pm
- One late finish each week with on-call until 9:00pm (1:00pm start)
- No overnight on-call
- 1 in 5 weekends consisting of morning consults and on-call until 5:00pm
About You
You'll be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with experience in small animal practice who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. You'll be confident managing routine consultations and surgeries, communicate well with clients and colleagues, and be committed to delivering a high standard of patient care. Some experience with large animals would be advantageous but is by no means essential.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- 4-day working week
- No overnight on-call
- Private healthcare
- Contributory pension scheme
- RCVS and BSAVA memberships paid
- VDS cover included
- Generous CPD allowance with additional CPD leave
- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays (or time off in lieu)
- Staff healthcare benefits including dental and eye care
- Heavily discounted veterinary care for your own pets
- Free on-site parking
- Friendly, supportive and experienced clinical team
Location
Based in Windsor, Berkshire, with occasional cover at nearby branch practices in Egham and Ascot, this role offers the perfect balance of a thriving local practice and excellent commuting links across Berkshire and Surrey.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon role that combines excellent clinical exposure, a genuine work‑life balance and a welcoming team environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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