Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

CPD and career development

Relocation support

Job summary

Rayleigh Vets for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our close-knit, experienced team in Rayleigh. We’re open to full-time or part-time hours and offer flexible patterns to suit your needs, with no on-call or OOH requirements.

You’ll work with a supportive group including a Head Veterinary Surgeon, two Veterinary Surgeons, four Veterinary Nurses, a Student Nurse and care team, handling routine medical and surgical cases and occasional sole-charge when needed.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Surgeon capable of routine medical and surgical cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine medical and surgical cases with confidence.
• Comfortable working in sole charge when required.

Skills

Routine medical & surgical cases

Job description

Up to £70,000 DOE + £5,000 Welcome / Relocation Bonus | Flexible Working | No OOH

Are you looking to join a friendly, supportive team where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills while enjoying a great work-life balance?

At Rayleigh Vets for Pets, we’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our close-knit and experienced team. We’re open to full-time or part-time hours, with flexibility around your working pattern.

The Role

You’ll be joining a highly experienced and supportive team, including:

• 1 Head Veterinary Surgeon
• 2 Veterinary Surgeons
• 4 Registered Veterinary Nurses
• 1 Student Veterinary Nurse
• 4 Veterinary Care Assistants
• A dedicated Client Care team

We’re looking for a vet who is confident with routine medical and surgical cases and comfortable working in sole charge when required.

For a full-time position, our weekend rota is 1 in 4 weekends, with Saturday shifts from 9am-5pm and Sunday shifts from 10am-4pm. There are no on-call, bank holiday or OOH requirements.

We’re happy to discuss flexible working options, including part-time hours, to find a pattern that works for you.

Your Development Matters

We want you to enjoy your career and have the support you need to achieve your goals. Whether you’re looking to develop a particular clinical interest, undertake further training or pursue a postgraduate qualification or certificate, we’ll support you every step of the way.

You’ll also benefit from regular clinical meetings, in‑house CPD and collaboration with a visiting certificate holder in orthopaedics.

About the Practice

Rayleigh Vets for Pets is a standalone, purpose‑built practice equipped with state‑of‑the‑art facilities, a loyal and growing client base, and a diverse and interesting caseload.

You’ll be joining an experienced and supportive team, led by our Head Veterinary Surgeon, where clinical development is encouraged alongside genuine clinical freedom. We’re committed to maintaining high standards of patient and client care while creating an environment where our team can thrive.

We’re proud of the strong family feel within the practice. Our inclusive and caring team work closely together, supporting one another and sharing a passion for delivering the very best care to our patients and their owners.

What We Offer

Alongside a competitive salary of up to £70,000 DOE + £5,000 welcome/relocation bonus, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible working options
• CPD and career development opportunities
• Support towards postgraduate qualifications/certificates
• Paid professional memberships
• Pension and healthcare benefits
• Exclusive lifestyle and shopping discounts, including up to 30% off at Pets at Home
• Relocation support from within or outside the UK
• Visa sponsorship available - we’re an A+ rated sponsor

A Little Bit About Rayleigh

Rayleigh is a historic market town situated between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea, just 32 miles east of central London.

The practice is within easy walking distance of both the high street and Rayleigh train station, with direct trains to London Liverpool Street taking around 40 minutes. There’s also plenty of free parking nearby and the practice is located on a main bus route.

With excellent transport links, easy access to London’s international airports and shopping destinations including Bluewater and Lakeside, there’s plenty to enjoy outside of work.

And when you want to escape the hustle and bustle, the beautiful Essex coastline and surrounding open spaces are right on your doorstep.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding veterinary care, value working as part of a supportive team and are looking for a role that offers genuine flexibility and development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Location

SS6 7JN

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!