Small Animal Vet - Experienced Multi-Vet Team | Varied Exp Levels Welcome

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Dorset is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join a supportive team focused on work-life balance. The position offers both full-time and part-time options with excellent salary ranging from £40,000 to £68,000 based on experience. You will work in a collaborative environment with no out-of-hours duties and enjoy numerous benefits including generous holiday allowance and paid memberships.

Benefits

Free parking

Strong transport links

Generous holiday allowance

Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS + 2 others)

Enhanced family leave

Support for certificates and funded CPD

Qualifications

• Experienced Small Animal Vet confident with routine medicine and surgery.
• Motivated, communicative, and keen to develop skills.
• Interest in refining surgical ability or obtaining a certificate.

Responsibilities

• Mix of consulting and surgery with a varied caseload.
• Support from experienced colleagues and certificate holders.

Skills

Routine medicine

Surgery

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Dorset

Looking for a genuine change and a team that truly values you? Join a thriving, independent-minded practice in beautiful Dorset, where work-life balance, support, and fun are part of everyday life.

The Role

Full-time (average 40 hours/week) or part-time considered

4 weekdays (one early finish at 4pm) + 1 in 4 Saturday mornings

No OOH, no Sundays, no Bank Holidays, and no sole charge required

Mix of consulting and surgery with varied, interesting caseloads

Support from experienced colleagues and certificate holders

About You

You’re an experienced Small Animal Vet confident with routine medicine and surgery, and you enjoy being part of a collaborative, supportive team. You’ll be motivated, communicative, and keen to develop your skills - whether that’s refining your surgical ability or working towards a certificate.

About the Practice

Large experienced team - Certificate holders in imaging, exotics, and rehabilitation

In-house orthopaedics and CT scanning suite

Excellent nursing and support teams

A workplace that genuinely believes in well-being, teamwork, and having fun at work 🎉

Why Apply?

Stunning Dorset location near the Jurassic Coast

Full support for certificates and funded CPD

Salary £40,000–£68,000 DOE

Focus on work-life balance and well-being

Free parking + strong transport links

Generous holiday allowance

Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS + 2 others)

Enhanced family leave

📍 Location: Dorset

💼 Employment Type: Permanent – Full-time or Part-time

🕓 Hours: 4-day week + 1 in 4 Saturdays, no OOH

To apply or learn more, contact: Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | [e-mail]