Small Animal First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon

Armstrong Vets; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4‑Day Week

No On-Call

Staff Benefits & CPD Budget

6 weeks holiday

Job summary

Woodcroft Veterinary Group in Stockport seeks an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our 7-branch practice in South Manchester. The role offers a 4-day week, no on-call, and a competitive salary starting at £42,000+, with excellent facilities and robust support.

You will work with a Tier 3 hospital, in-house out-of-hours service, and a multidisciplinary referral team to handle cases to a high standard and pursue areas of interest.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality first opinion veterinary care for small animals.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support complex cases.
• Maintain clinical standards and contribute to ongoing CPD and professional development.

Skills

2+ years veterinary experience

Team collaboration

Clinical skills

Tools

CT scanner

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Echocardiography

Job description

Small Animal First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon

Woodcroft Veterinary Group - Cheadle Heath

Small Animal

Full time

Permanent

4-Day Week | No On-Call | Excellent Benefits

Looking for a role where you can develop your clinical skills while being part of a supportive and experienced team?

Woodcroft Veterinary Group is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and progressive 7-branch practice group in South Manchester.

You'll be supported by our own Tier 3 hospital, in-house out-of-hours service, and multidisciplinary certificate-led referral team, allowing you to work cases to a high standard and develop your areas of interest.

The Role

• Average 4-day working week
• Weekend rota with time off in lieu
• Occasional late evening inpatient shifts (5pm to 11pm)
• Competitive salary from £42,000+ depending on experience

Our Facilities

You'll have access to excellent equipment and clinical support, including:

• CT scanner and visiting MRI service
• Advanced ultrasound and echocardiography
• Flexible and rigid endoscopy
• Laparoscopy and fluoroscopy
• Advanced anaesthesia equipment
• No on-call
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Generous and flexible CPD budget
• Certificates funded and encouraged
• RCVS and one additional membership paid
• VDS cover
• Westfield Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee recognition and long-service awards

About You

We're looking for a veterinary surgeon with at least 2 years' experience who enjoys providing high-quality patient care and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Location

Based in Stockport, you'll be perfectly positioned to enjoy both the Peak District and Lake District, with excellent transport links and Manchester city centre on your doorstep.

Starting salary from £42,000, dependent on experience

6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays, £600.00 CPD Allowance per annum, Health plan - wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage, RCVS Membership paid, one other membership subscription, VDS cover, enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay, discounted veterinary fees, Offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more, cycle to work scheme, CPD/training support, company sick pay, colleague engagement survey, annual pay reviews, focus on employee wellbeing, career progression opportunities