Night Veterinary Surgeon; 7 nights on, 21 nights off - Grimsby

Blue Cross UK; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross UK is looking for a Night Veterinary Surgeon for their Grimsby Animal Hospital. This permanent role includes a unique shift pattern of 7 nights on followed by 21 nights off, promoting a work-life balance. Situated in a state-of-the-art facility, this position allows for both routine and complex medical care in a supportive team environment. Competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including a £2,500 Recruitment & Retention Allowance.

Benefits

38 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free access to GP and physiotherapy services

Health cash plan

Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution

Professional fees paid

20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance

Enhanced family friendly policies

Annual volunteer days

Recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience required.
• Sole charge experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and routine treatments for sick and injured pets.
• Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate care

Education

Member of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

UK driving licence

Job description

Night Veterinary Surgeon; 7 nights on, 21 nights off - Grimsby

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Description

Application Deadline: 29 June 2025

Department: Veterinary Services

Location: Grimsby animal hospital

Compensation: £34,149 - £45,267 / year

Description

Contract: Permanent
Rota options: 7 nights on with 21 nights off
Salary: £34,149 - £45,267 per annum
Location: Grimsby, DN32 7SH
Closing date: 29th June 2025
Interview date: W/C 7th July 2025

At Blue Cross Grimsby Animal Hospital, we're offering an opportunity for Night Veterinary Surgeons to embrace a fulfilling career with flexible shift patterns designed to accommodate your lifestyle.

You'll have the freedom to strike the perfect balance between your professional responsibilities and personal interests. Say goodbye to the traditional 9-5 grind and hello to a career that fits around your personal life!

More about the role

Blue Cross Grimsby Animal Hospital has been serving the local community for more than 40 years and treats thousands of sick and injured pets every year.

Our Grimsby Animal Hospital is state-of-the-art and modern, equipped with extensive onsite facilities to support your work. Explore our facilities and meet some of the team by watching our video tour!

All our Veterinary Surgeons at Blue Cross work on a healthy mix of emergency and routine treatments. You'll be exposed to more complex medical cases and experience a greater variety of work compared to private practice.

We recognise the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance and open to discussing flexible working arrangements to accommodate your individual needs and commitments.


About you

We're looking for pragmatic and competent Veterinary Surgeons who thrive in a team environment. You'll demonstrate excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering compassionate care to our patients and their owners.

With a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to make a difference, you'll embody our Blue Cross values and contribute to our culture of compassion, courage, and inclusivity.

Essential qualifications, skills, and experience:

• Member of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
• Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience
• Sole charge experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  

Desirable qualifications, skills, and experience:

• UK small animal or mixed practice experience
• UK driving licence

How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Blue Cross benefits

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.

In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• Due to the nature of the shift pattern, this role operates similarly to an annualised contract. You will receive a pro-rata entitlement of 38 days of holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 43 days with service. This holiday entitlement is designed to be taken during your off rota time, with the payment incorporated into your salary.
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
• Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
• Free physiotherapy advice and face to face intervention
• Health cash plan
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
• Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.
• Life assurance
• 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Recognition scheme
• Annual volunteer days
• Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
  

For Veterinary Surgeons joining us at our Grimsby Animal Hospital, we offer a one-off £2,500 Recruitment & Retention Allowance, £1,250 included in the first, monthly salary payment and £1,250 on successful completion of probation.

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.

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