At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide overnight care for small animals and manage emergency cases with clinical freedom.
- Company: Join Hook Norton Veterinary Group, an independent practice dedicated to exceptional animal care.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, on-site accommodation, and generous staff discounts.
- Other info: Flexible 1-week-on, 2-weeks-off rota allows you to recharge and enjoy life.
- Why this job: Experience real clinical freedom while making a difference in animal care.
- Qualifications: Must have 3 years' UK experience as a Small Animal Vet and be RCVS registered.
The predicted salary is between 73000 - 73000 £ per year.
Permanent Small Animal Night Vet - Independent Practice
Location: Hook Norton Veterinary Group, OX15 5DG.
Shift pattern: 1:3 weeks – 7 nights on, 14 nights off (6pm to 8am).
Salary range: £68‑73k per annum.
Hook Norton Veterinary Group is a proudly independent practice delivering exceptional 24‑hour care across small animal, equine, and farm. With a dedicated Night Vet and Nurse Team, we provide round the clock support exclusively for our own clients, ensuring manageable caseloads and true continuity of care.
As a Night Vet, you’ll enjoy real clinical freedom, handling everything from inpatients to unexpected overnight emergencies. Your shift runs from a 6pm handover through evening consults and ward rounds, settling into night checks before finishing at 8am with a smooth morning handover. Enjoy a highly attractive 1‑week‑on, 2‑weeks‑off rota that gives you the space to recharge and live life fully.
What you'll be doing:
- Providing continuous overnight care for hospitalised small animal patients
- Managing emergency cases for our clients, with clinical freedom and support where needed
- Carrying out initial evening consults, ward rounds, regular checks, monitoring and discharges
- Working closely with our experienced Night Nurse Team to deliver calm, consistent care
- Preparing clear clinical notes and handovers to support seamless continuity of care
- Helping ensure the hospital is well prepared for the day team each morning
Essentials:
- At least 3 years’ UK experience in a Small Animal Vet or Night Vet role
- RCVS registered and confident working sole charge overnight
- Comfortable managing inpatient care and emergency cases
- A calm, compassionate communicator who can support clients sensitively
- Strong clinical judgement, organisation and attention to detail
- Able to work independently while remaining part of a collaborative wider team
- Own transport is essential due to our rural location
Benefits:
- Private Medical Insurance
- On site accommodation available during your shift rotation
- Company pension scheme
- Enhanced policies including holiday, sickness and family leave
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Generous staff discounts
- Lots of staff socials and events
- Branded uniform provided
- Free on‑site parking
- Support for professional development and CPD
Please note: we are unable to sponsor visas, so applicants must already be eligible to work in the UK.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter to careers@hooknortonvets.co.uk. Prefer something more personal? You can also apply by sending a short video to 07883 827400 introducing yourself, why you’re applying, and your relevant experience.
Small Animal Night Vet in Banbury employer: Hook Norton Veterinary Group LLP
At Hook Norton Veterinary Group, we pride ourselves on being an independent practice that values team wellbeing and exceptional patient care. Our supportive work culture fosters personal growth and development, offering training opportunities and a generous benefits package, including enhanced sick pay and a healthcare cash plan. Join us in a vibrant community where your contributions truly make a difference, and embark on a rewarding career path in the veterinary field.
Contact Details:
Hook Norton Veterinary Group LLP Recruitment Team
