Night Veterinary Surgeon - Leicester

purovets; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Leicester Forest East is seeking a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join a newly opened 24-hour emergency hospital. This sole charge role offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000 FTE and the autonomy to manage a diverse caseload. Ideal candidates are RCVS registered and passionate about delivering exceptional veterinary care. The position promotes genuine work-life balance through night shifts while providing modern facilities and strong clinical support.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Salary up to £75,000 FTE

Generous CPD allowance

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Life assurance 3 x salary

Covered fees for RCVS, VDS & BVA

Funded certificate opportunities

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Confident all-rounder with experience in emergency and critical care.
• Ability to work sole charge and manage a variety of cases.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse emergency caseload as a sole charge vet.
• Make impactful decisions during out-of-hours care.
• Contribute to a progressive clinical culture.

Skills

Strong clinical judgement

Calm leadership

Collaborative teamwork

Education

RCVS registered

Job description

Night Veterinary Surgeon – Leicester

• Work in a brand new 24 hour ECC hospital opened in 2024, equipped with cutting edge facilities including digital and dental X-ray, endoscopy, orthopaedics, and a brand-new ultrasound, all supported by a competitive salary up to £75,000 FTE and a generous benefits package
• Enjoy the autonomy and clinical excitement of a sole charge night role, managing a varied and rewarding emergency caseload while being trusted to make impactful decisions at the moments that matter most
• Thrive in a progressive, high standard ECC environment where strong clinical leadership, collaboration with skilled nurses, and a culture of best practice are actively encouraged and valued
• Achieve genuine work-life balance through night working, offering flexibility, freedom outside of work, and the chance to fully enjoy life beyond the hospital while earning an excellent salary and benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Night Veterinary Surgeon to join a newly opened 24 hour hospital in Leicestershire, proudly launched in 2024 and designed specifically to deliver outstanding emergency and critical care. This modern, purpose built facility is equipped with exceptional technology including a full orthopaedic kit, brand new ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray suites, endoscopy, tonometry and everything expected in a progressive ECC environment, giving clinicians the tools they need to practise at the highest level.

This is a sole charge night role, ideal for a confident all‑rounder who thrives on variety and enjoys the autonomy of managing a wide range of emergency medical and surgical cases. The position offers genuine clinical freedom, the opportunity to make impactful decisions during out‑of‑hours care, and exposure to a rewarding and diverse ECC caseload where no two nights are the same.

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will be RCVS registered, comfortable working sole charge, and passionate about delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients. Strong clinical judgement, calm leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively with the nursing team are essential, alongside a commitment to maintaining high clinical and professional standards and contributing to a progressive clinical culture.

Beyond the clinical challenge, this role offers true work‑life balance, with night working providing freedom, flexibility, and uninterrupted time outside of work to enjoy life away from the hospital. For an experienced ECC vet seeking autonomy, modern facilities, and the chance to make a real difference when it matters most, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward‑thinking hospital at an exciting stage of its journey!

The Rota

• 3 days on, 25 off
• Saturday, Sunday & Monday nights
• Open to other rota schedules

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Salary up to £75,000 FTE
• Generous CPD allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance 3 x salary
• RCVS, VDS & BVA fees covered
• Funded certificate opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Plus much more!

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply

Ref: JOB-56486