Academic Tutor – Part Time, Permanent

BSAVA; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension contributions

Holiday entitlement 25 days + bank hol

Hybrid working policy

Private medical insurance (dental &amp

Life assurance

Health and wellbeing support

Ongoing training and development

Enhanced family leave

Free legal helpline

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Social activities

Job summary

BSAVA is seeking an Academic Tutor for a part-time, permanent, remote UK-based position. You will support the delivery of our Postgraduate Certificate programmes in Small Animal Medicine and provide learner-focused feedback to veterinary surgeons.

The role is 10 hours per week with flexible scheduling, occasional evenings, and a supportive team. Generous pension, holidays, and flexible working are among the benefits.

Qualifications

• A degree in Veterinary Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop our Postgraduate Certificate programmes with emphasis on Small Animal Medicine.

Skills

RCVS registration

Postgraduate qualification in Small An

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Residency training

Postgraduate qualification in veterinary education

Job description

Academic Tutor: Part-time, permanent role

Location: Remote, UK based

Salary: £12,000 per annum (pro rata of £45,000 full-time equivalent)

Closing date: 25th October 2026 *This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

The role:

We’re looking for a motivated and experienced veterinary surgeon with a passion for small animal medicine and postgraduate education to join our Continuing Education (CE) team as an Academic Tutor. The role will support the delivery and ongoing development of our Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) programmes with a primary focus on the Small Animal Medicine postgraduate certificate, helping us deliver high-quality, evidence-led online education for veterinary surgeons.

You’ll join a small, supportive and collaborative team committed to delivering excellent postgraduate education. This is a remote UK-based role working 10 hours per week, with some flexibility around when the hours are worked, although occasional evening work may be required.

Skills and experience:

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• A degree in Veterinary Medicine
• Current RCVS registration and eligibility to work as a veterinary surgeon in the UK
• A postgraduate clinical qualification in Small Animal Medicine
• Experience in veterinary education
• Experience providing structured and constructive feedback that supports learner development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Clinical experience, current knowledge and understanding of small animal first opinion practice in the UK.

It would also be helpful if you have:

• An RCVS, European or American Diploma or equivalent
• Residency training
• A postgraduate qualification in veterinary education or teaching
• Familiarity with online learning platforms and virtual facilitation
• An understanding of adult learning principles and other relevant pedagogical approaches

The person:

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, self-motivated and committed to delivering high-quality work. You’ll be comfortable working independently and managing your time effectively in a remote setting, while also enjoying being part of a small, collaborative team. You’ll be a clear and confident communicator who can build positive working relationships remotely, and someone who is honest, dependable and supportive of colleagues. An organised, solutions-focused approach, together with adaptability and a willingness to learn new systems and ways of working, would also be an advantage.

This is a part-time remote, UK-based role working 10 hours per week within the Continuing Education team, reporting to the Lead Academic Tutor.

• Generous employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing up to 10% with length of service.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 25 days per year, plus bank holidays, and increases by one day per year up to a maximum of 28 days. Additionally, employees receive one extra day for every five years of service.
• Hybrid working and a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
• Access to private medical insurance including dental and optical cover after 12 months’ service
• Life assurance providing cover at three times your annual salary.
• Health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced sick pay and occupational health support.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Enhanced family leave.
• A free legal helpline, offering access to specialist lawyers for advice on a range of legal matters.
• Free onsite parking and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Regular social activities and events.

About the BSAVA:

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association is a leading professional membership organisation supporting more than 10,000 veterinary professionals in the UK and beyond. We provide industry-leading publications, education and CPD, fund small animal research and represent the profession on issues that matter to the veterinary community. Our aim is to give veterinary professionals the knowledge, resources and community they need to thrive and deliver exceptional care.

We are also committed to sustainability and supporting our wider communities, including through paid volunteering leave.

Our mission:

To champion the profession by providing veterinary professionals with the knowledge, resources, and community that empower them to deliver exceptional care, sustain fulfilling careers, and achieve the best outcomes for animals and owners.

Our vision:

A world where the small-animal veterinary profession and professionals can thrive.

If you share our commitment to quality, collaboration and supporting the veterinary community, and enjoy taking ownership of your work, we’d love to hear from you.

BSAVA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates.