Small Animal Vet - Full or Part-time - Up to £60k

British Veterinary Association; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Essex is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for full-time or part-time roles. The position entails small animal consultations and surgeries with a competitive salary of £40,000 to £60,000 p/a. The practice promotes professional development and offers an inclusive team environment. Coastal living in Clacton-on-Sea with good amenities awaits the successful candidate.

Benefits

Support with certificates

Focus on employee wellbeing

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified veterinary surgeon.
• Experience in small animal practice preferred.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct small animal consultations.
• Perform surgeries with no out-of-hours requirements.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Skills

Small animal consultations

Surgery

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Permanent Veterinary Surgeon – Clacton-on-Sea

Key Details

• Working Days: Full-time or part-time. Full-time is 4–5 days per week, with 1 in 3 Saturdays
• Hours: Flexible rota with minimum 15-minute consults and at least one operating day per week
• Duties: Small animal consultations and surgery with no out-of-hours
• Salary: They are offering a salary between £40,000 and £60,000 p/a, reflective of skills, experience and hours agreed

About the Role

• Our client is seeking a small animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a supportive and collaborative team. The position offers full-time or part-time arrangements, with flexibility around rota and hours.
• A full-time pattern comprises 4–5 days per week with 1 in 3 Saturdays and no out-of-hours.
• The clinical workload includes a balanced mix of consultations and surgery, with at least one operating day each week and 15‑minute consults as standard, with longer slots available when needed.
• This role can be based solely at a busy branch for part‑time applicants or split between the main site and branch for full‑time applicants.
• The practice supports professional development, including the pursuit of certificates. The position suits a clinician who values teamwork, patient‑centred care, and steady case continuity.

About the Package

They offer a fully loaded benefits packager with everything you would expect, plus some extras that include,

• Support with certificates
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities

About the Practice

• The practice is RCVS-accredited and recently renovated, with a comprehensive suite that includes an on‑site laboratory, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, two theatres, and separate cat and dog wards. A dedicated dental suite with dental X‑ray supports high standards in dentistry. The team comprises Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Nurses, Animal Care Assistants, and Receptionists who provide a collaborative and learning‑focused culture.
• The practice has been recognised with a 2‑star Outstanding rating in the Best Companies Awards 2024 and received a National Wellbeing Initiative Award in December 2023, reflecting a clear commitment to employee wellbeing. The location in Clacton‑on‑Sea offers coastal living with good amenities and transport links, including proximity to Colchester and rail connections to London. Regular team socials and a training ethos contribute to a welcoming environment with structured career progression, funded CPD, and membership support.

Job Reference No: JN-33677

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