Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Heanor; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets for Pets in Heanor, Derbyshire, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing small animal practice under new ownership. You will contribute to clinical excellence, mentor colleagues and help shape the future of the practice within a supportive team.

The position offers up to £75,000 pro rata DOE, with up to 40 hours per week and Saturday morning rotation. The role provides leadership opportunities and a pathway toward Lead Vet or Clinical Director as the practice expands

Job description

Up to £75,000 DOE (Pro Rata) | Full or Part-Time Hours (up to 40 hours per week) | Saturday Morning Rotation

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to take the next step in your career?

Whether you're already leading a clinical team or looking for a pathway toward a Senior Vet or Clinical Director position, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of a growing and ambitious small animal practice in Derbyshire.

Under new ownership, we're building a practice where clinical excellence, collaboration, and team wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Practice

Located in the heart of Heanor, our standalone small animal clinic has recently been rebranded and offers a modern, well-equipped working environment. With a growing caseload and plans to expand our clinical services, including more advanced surgical procedures, there's plenty of opportunity to influence the direction of the practice.

Facilities include:

• Dedicated operating theatre
• Multiparameter monitoring
• Digital radiography
• Dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory (biochemistry and haematology)
• Separate dog, cat and isolation wards

Meet the Team

You’ll be joining a supportive and friendly team that genuinely enjoys working together and is committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care.

• A part‑time experienced Vet Practice Owner with interests in ECC, surgery, soft tissue surgery and avian medicine
• A Lead Nurse Practice Owner/manager, passionate about behaviour and fear‑free practice.
• An experienced nursing team including schedule 3 surgical experience and ECC backgrounds
• A knowledgeable client care team with GP and ECC experience
• A graduate veterinary surgeon currently undertaking GDP support

We’re particularly keen to hear from vets who enjoy mentoring, coaching and helping develop less experienced colleagues.

The Opportunity

This position would suit a confident GP Veterinary Surgeon looking to:

• Play a key role in shaping clinical standards and practice growth
• Develop advanced surgical services
• Support and mentor graduate vets and nurses
• Build a positive and progressive team culture
• Progress into Lead Vet or Clinical Director responsibilities in the future

We’re looking for a proactive, approachable clinician with excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Investing in Our People

We are passionate about supporting professional development with training and development currently including:

• RVN Ultrasound training
• RVN Schedule 3 surgical qualifications
• Behaviour and training certifications
• Exotic anaesthesia and surgical experience
• Dogs Trust Dog Friendly Clinic accreditation

Benefits of the location include:

• Easy access to Shipley Country Park and the Peak District
• Excellent transport links
• Strong local community feel
• Free on‑site parking
• Regular social events and team celebrations

And finally, you’ll have the pleasure of meeting Ned, our Vet Practice Owner’s lovable Labrador and unofficial wellbeing officer, who takes his morale‑boosting duties very seriously. Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you’re looking for a role where you can influence the future of a practice, develop your leadership skills and work alongside a supportive, ambitious team, we’d love to hear from you.

Location

DE75 7AH

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!