Fantastic Opportunity for Small animal Vet at Single Site Practice in Cambridgeshire

Bright Leaf Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Veterinary Surgeon at a well-established practice in North Cambridgeshire. This role offers a supportive environment that values professional growth and teamwork, allowing you to work with a dedicated team of vets and nurses. Enjoy clinical freedom while managing a diverse caseload, all backed by excellent equipment and a commitment to high-quality patient care. With a fantastic benefits package including a competitive salary, generous holiday, and a strong focus on employee well-being, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a welcoming practice. Join a team that prioritizes your development and work-life balance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks paid holiday

£1,750 CPD allowance

Full RCVS and VDS cover

Health shield contributions

Enhanced parental leave

Discounted veterinary fees

Cycle to Work scheme

Company sick pay

Annual pay reviews

Focus on employee well-being

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in veterinary practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in a supportive team environment.
• Work up a varied caseload with clinical freedom.

Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Veterinary Knowledge

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Dental Machine

Biochemistry Equipment

Haematology Equipment

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy and expanding first-opinion practice in the beautiful surroundings of North Cambridgeshire. You would be working within a dedicated team of five vets and four nurses. The ideal candidate will have one to two years of experience and be ready to take the next step in their career in an environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. Strong communication skills and a passion for collaboration are essential.

The practice is RCVS accredited and holds ISFM Silver Cat Friendly status, reflecting its commitment to high-quality patient care. With a history dating back to 1859, it has established an excellent local reputation for outstanding veterinary services. The team encourages individual development, supporting CPD and certificates in personal areas of interest. Vets are given clinical freedom to work up a varied caseload to completion, supported by excellent equipment including digital X-ray, ultrasound, an air-powered dental machine, and in-house biochemistry and haematology facilities.

This full-time role offers between 32 to 36 hours per week, with a set lunch hour each day and flexibility in working hours for the right candidate. The rota includes a one-in-three Saturday rotation with time off in lieu, and there are no overnight or weekend out-of-hours duties.

The practice is located in a historic town in North Cambridgeshire, known for its elegant Georgian architecture and excellent local amenities, including restaurants, cafes, shops, and inns. Peterborough is just 23 miles away, offering great transport links to London and easy access to the stunning Norfolk coast.

The role comes with a fantastic benefits package, including a salary of £48,000 – £60,000 per annum, 6.6 weeks of paid holiday including bank holidays, a £1,750 CPD allowance per year, and full RCVS and VDS cover, along with two additional professional memberships. Additional perks include health shield contributions for treatments ranging from dentistry to sports massage, enhanced parental leave, discounted veterinary fees, a Cycle to Work scheme, company sick pay, annual pay reviews, a strong focus on employee well-being, and excellent career progression opportunities.

If you are looking to join a welcoming and well-established practice that values professional development, clinical freedom, and work-life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact [e-mail] or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons like you in finding the ideal job.