Small animal vet role within Certificated team, close to Bedford, Luton and trains to the capital

Bright Leaf Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Bedfordshire is seeking a part-time vet to handle a varied caseload. The role involves both medical and surgical cases, requiring solid general practice experience. You'll enjoy a supportive team environment and the opportunity for growth in areas of interest. The salary is up to £70,000 (pro rata), with generous benefits including CPD allowance and holiday increase over time.

Benefits

Generous CPD allowance

5.6 weeks holiday, rising to 6.6 after 2 years

RCVS & VDS fees paid

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Career progression opportunities

Access to wellbeing & mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience in both medicine and surgery is essential.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.
• Willingness to support and learn in areas of interest or certification.

Responsibilities

• Practice general practice and surgeries.
• Collaborate with a supportive team.
• Build client relationships and deliver compassionate care.

Skills

Solid GP experience

Confidence in routine surgeries

Ability to build client relationships

Job description

About the Role

Location: Bedfordshire

Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE)

Contract: Part-time (Monday + 1 in 3 weekends) – with flexibility to increase hours

No out-of-hours or on-call.

You’ll be joining a welcoming team that genuinely enjoys working together. The practice is a 4‑vet team supported by 3 RVNs, 3 student nurses, a Veterinary Care Assistant, 4 receptionists, and an RVN Practice Manager. One of the vets holds a certificate in ophthalmology, and the team is open to new areas of interest.

The spacious, purpose‑built practice is fully equipped with ultrasound, digital x‑ray, tonometry, K‑laser, etc., and offers alternative therapies such as acupuncture.

Conveniently located just off the A1, only 40 minutes from Cambridge, with direct train links to London and easy access to Luton Airport.

Working Hours

• Monday: 8:30 am – 8:00 pm
• 1 in 3 weekends – Saturday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
• No out‑of‑hours or bank holidays

Responsibilities and Scope

You will enjoy a varied caseload with medical and surgical cases; vets split focus 50/50 and see a range of procedures including occasional orthopaedics. Confidence in routine surgeries and sole charge is important, but you’ll never be without support.

• Practice general practice and surgeries
• Collaborate with a supportive team
• Build client relationships and deliver compassionate care

Qualifications

• Brings solid GP experience and enjoys both medicine and surgery
• Thrives on collaboration but comfortable working independently
• Loves building client relationships and delivering compassionate care
• Wants to grow and learn – fully support any area of interest or certification

Benefits

• Up to £70,000 salary (DOE / pro rata)
• Generous CPD allowance + support for certificates
• 5.6 weeks holiday, rising to 6.6 after 2 years
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Career progression and internal development pathways
• Access to wellbeing & mental health support via Retail Trust, MHFA and Port of Call

How to Apply

To learn more or wish to apply, please contact [e-mail] or call 01422 433900.