Full time - Veterinary surgeon - Hertfordshire

Bright Leaf Recruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Counselling access

Wellbeing support

Life assurance

Annual leave + holidays

CPD allowance

Paid CPD leave

Clinical CPD access

Career progression

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

Bright Leaf Recruitment is assisting a long-established veterinary practice in St Albans to recruit a Veterinary Surgeon. The role is full time, on a 40-hour week basis, with part-time applications considered.

The new owner intends to grow and shape the business, offering autonomy within a single-site environment and clinical variety. You will manage a varied caseload with medical and surgical cases and some sole charge, with access to guidance when needed.

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Full time

An exciting opportunity is available for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a team in St Albans at a pivotal point in it's life. There is a new owner who is taking over and this would provide a great opportunity to work alongside them in growing and shaping the business going forward. This position is particularly well suited to Veterinary Surgeons who are comfortable with autonomous working and looking for the continuity of a stable role within a single practice environment.

Situated on a busy high street in the heart of St Albans, the practice is long-established and benefits from a loyal client base and strong ties to the local community.

This role offers a varied caseload, providing exposure to both medical and surgical cases, and will involve some sole charge responsibility. At the same time, support remains readily available, ensuring access to clinical guidance and collaboration when needed.

St Albans provides an attractive setting to work and live, combining historic character with a vibrant town centre and excellent transport connections. The location offers the convenience of city access while maintaining a strong community feel.

The position is based on a 40-hour working week, although part-time applications will also be considered. Weekend commitments include either one in six weekends or participation in a shared one-in-three Saturday rota, helping to maintain a balanced working pattern.

Benefits

• Employees benefit from private medical insurance and a health cash plan
• Alongside access to 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support.
• Life assurance at three times salary is also included.
• Annual leave begins at five weeks plus bank holidays and increases with length of service.
• Professional development is strongly encouraged, with a £1,500 CPD allowance and three days of paid CPD leave annually.
• Veterinary Surgeons also gain access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD opportunities, including 24-hour facilities close by.
• Funded certificates and clearly defined career progression pathways are available to support long-term career ambitions.
• Additional support includes paid RCVS, VDS, and BVA memberships, with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available where required.