Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of the supportive [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to take on a sole-charge role, working alongside and mentoring a new graduate vet as we move into an exciting new chapter.
We’re relocating to a brand-new, purpose-built site near Mirfield, with modern theatres, dental suite, digital x-ray, and separate species wards, giving you the facilities to practise high-quality, enjoyable medicine.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident vet who enjoys autonomy but values support. You’ll:
- Work in sole charge, with the support of an RVN-led team
- Mentor and support a new graduate vet, helping them grow in confidence
- Help shape clinical standards and protocols within the practice
- Be involved in working towards PSS General Practice compliance
You’ll never feel isolated — you’ll have clinical support, training, and guidance from the wider [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], including experienced vets and an award-winning leadership team recognised for outstanding PSS performance.
The Ideal Person
- An experienced small animal vet, comfortable in sole charge
- Supportive, approachable, and happy to mentor a new graduate
- Passionate about good medicine, teamwork, and client care
Hours
- 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days
- 1 in 4 Saturdays, 8am–1pm
- No out-of-hours
Why Join Us?
You’ll have the chance to genuinely influence how the practice develops in its new site, while being backed by a group that values support, development, and clinical standards. We’d love you to come and visit [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], meet the team, and see if this could be the right next step for you.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
- Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
- Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline; Enhanced family-friendly policies; Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
- Development: £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; Certificate support; Learning and development opportunities via the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Academy; Access to Vetlexicon; Research funding; £1250 per annum Care Fund; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
- Professional Memberships: BVA membership; VDS cover; RCVS fees
- Colleague Benefits: Company pension scheme; Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme; Voluntary benefits; Access to discounts/cashback; Discounted treatment for your own pets at an [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] practice
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Contact
Speak to Mike Burrell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Talent Partner: Mike Burrell - [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]