Part-Time Veterinary Surgeon

Linnaeus; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Sheffield is seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon for a fixed-term role covering parental leave. You will deliver high-quality veterinary care, perform routine procedures, and work alongside a supportive team. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a great work-life balance. Competitive salary and various perks included.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

RCVS & VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Confident in routine consultations and surgery.
• Ability to work unsupported in a sole charge environment.
• Commitment to exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality veterinary care.
• Perform routine surgical procedures.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the branch.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical skills

Surgery

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon (Fixed Term)

Salary: £60,000 per annum FTE (dependent on experience)

Location: Calder Veterinary - Penistone

Job Type: Fixed term for 12 months covering parental leave

Hours: Part-time - 31 hours a week (3 days a week), including 1:4 weekends

Are you looking for a fulfilling veterinary role in a friendly community-focused practice where you can make a real difference?

We have an exciting opportunity for a confident and capable vet to join the team at Penistone.

Key responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality, first-opinion veterinary care
• Performing routine surgical and medical procedures
• Building strong client relationships through clear communication and continuity of care
• Overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the branch supported by an experienced nursing and client care team.

What we’re looking for

• A confident individual who is comfortable working in a sole charge environment
• Confident and capable in routine consultations and surgery
• A great communicator who values teamwork and client relationships
• Committed to providing exceptional patient and client care
• Keen to be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team.

About Us

Our ethos is clinical excellence and we try and live by our core values. Client and patient care are at the heart of what we do, and we are proud to be Cat‑Friendly in many of our clinics. We run on 15‑minute consults as a minimum.

Calder Veterinary is a high‑quality primary care and mid tier referral practice with eight clinics across South and West Yorkshire, including a 24/7 RCVS accredited Tier 3 Hospital. We are proud to provide our own 24‑hour on‑site emergency care through our dedicated ECC night team. We offer a full range of primary care services, such as consultations, preventative healthcare, vaccinations, routine and non‑routine surgery, dentistry and imaging (x‑ray, ultrasound). We are also able to offer some advanced services such as laparoscopy, endoscopy, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries, echocardiography and in‑house CT, and we have our own rehabilitation service with physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and laser therapy.

We have a fantastic team across all of our sites, and we all support each other. We often discuss clinical cases and get involved in social events. We have a large vet team and are supported by fantastic nursing and front‑of‑house teams. Many of our vets are working towards certificates in surgery, imaging, dermatology, cardiology and medicine.

Our Penistone branch is a small, friendly and well‑equipped site including in‑house laboratory (biochemistry and haematology machines, and microscope); x‑ray and dental x‑ray; and multi‑parameter patient monitoring machines; allowing you to work cases to a high standard. The branch has a loyal, welcoming client base and plays a key role within the local community.

What we offer

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:
  • Employee assistance program
  • Eyecare voucher scheme
  • Free annual Flu jab
  • Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an experienced team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.

If you’re looking for a part‑time role that combines independence with genuine team support, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit covering letter or if you’d like to find out more, please get in touch with Ophelia Hinds [e-mail]