At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide excellent veterinary care with a focus on consultations and optional surgical work.
- Company: Join a friendly, RCVS-accredited small animal practice with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, competitive salary, generous holiday, and health perks.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while balancing your commitments.
- Qualifications: RCVS registration and experience in routine consultations required.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
Looking for a role that offers variety while fitting around your commitments? We’re excited to welcome an RCVS-registered Small Animal Vet to join our thriving, friendly team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
About Us
We are a RCVS-accredited, two-site small animal practice based in Bury and Bolton, with a 24-hour A&E hospital in Bury. Our caseload is diverse, fast-paced, and highly rewarding, offering excellent exposure to both routine and emergency cases.
You’ll be supported by a fantastic, experienced team:
- 14 Vets (including several certificate holders)
- 20 RVNs, Student Nurses & Animal Care Assistants
- 13 dedicated support colleagues
Our hospital is fully equipped with:
- Digital X-ray
- Ultrasound
- In-house laboratory
Providing everything you need to deliver gold-standard patient care.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding position, perfect for a vet seeking a balanced workload without out-of-hours commitments or sole charge responsibilities. The role will involve general veterinary duties, including consultations and inpatient/ward care, with the option to undertake occasional surgical days. Surgical work is entirely optional, making this equally suitable for candidates who prefer a consult-only focus.
As part of a practice that provides out-of-hours services to local member clinics, you’ll have exposure to a diverse and engaging caseload—ideal for maintaining and developing your clinical expertise.
Salary – up to £32,000 (£64,000 FTE) dependent on experience
Working Pattern
- Part-time: 20 hours per week
- 2 days per week: Wednesday + either Thursday or Friday
- Shift patterns: 8:00am – 6:30pm, 10:00am – 8:30pm (Flexible working options available, including possible school hours for the right candidate)
- 1 weekend in 6: 8:00am – 7:00pm or 10:00am – 8:00pm
- Paid in addition to salary
- No OOH!
- No sole charge!
We’re looking for an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon who:
- Has built good initial experience and confidence in routine consultations and pet well-being
- If interested in joining the surgical rota must be confident in routine surgical procedures
- Has excellent communication skills
- Demonstrates empathy and compassion
- Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team environment
We are happy to support any specialist interests.
As part of the VetPartners family we offer a fantastic range of benefits including (pro rata):
- 6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
- £1750 CPD Allowance per annum
- Health Cash Plan – offering a wide range of benefits for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage
- RCVS Membership paid and two other membership subscriptions
- VDS cover
- Discounted veterinary fees
- My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
- CPD/training support
- Company sick pay
Join an Employer of the Year! VetPartners has been recognised for outstanding team culture and support.
Ready to take the next step in a role that works for you? Apply today and become part of a passionate and supportive veterinary team.
For more information/an informal chat or to apply please contact: Sarah Cunningham, Practice Manager - Sarah.Cunningham@armacvets.co.uk
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Part-time,12m FTC in Bury employer: VetPartners
Join our award-winning team at VetPartners, where we prioritise a supportive work culture and employee well-being. As a part-time Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, you'll enjoy a flexible schedule, excellent CPD opportunities, and a diverse caseload in our RCVS-accredited practice located in Bury and Bolton. With no out-of-hours commitments and a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
