Small Animal Vet * Up to £70k * Car & Accommodation *

British Veterinary Association; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vet practice located in South Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated Small Animal Vet. The position offers a supportive environment with a varied caseload, competitive salary of £50,000 to £70,000, and excellent professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 5 years of experience in small animal practice and basic surgical skills. Enjoy six weeks of leave, CPD allowance, and furnished accommodation.

Benefits

Six weeks annual leave

£3,000 CPD allowance

Fully furnished accommodation

Estate car for work and personal use

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 to 5 years of recent UK experience in small animal practice.
• Proficiency in basic surgical skills.
• A commitment to professional development and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for small animals in a supportive environment.
• Perform a wide range of surgical procedures daily.
• Collaborate within a team of veterinary professionals.

Skills

Basic surgical skills

Teamwork

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Overview

Small Animal Vet - Barnsley, South Yorkshire

The Role

• Our client is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon with 1 to 5 years of recent UK experience in small animal practice.
• This position is ideal for a candidate looking to expand their medical and surgical skills in a supportive, family-run, non-corporate environment.
• The role offers a diverse caseload, including 20-30 different surgical procedures daily, with each vet allocated two hours of operating time every day.
• Full-time with alternating four and five-day work weeks.
• Daily two-hour lunch breaks.
• No night emergency duties.

About The Candidate

• The successful candidate will work alongside a team of 14 enthusiastic veterinary surgeons, including four certificate holders, and will benefit from the support of a highly skilled nursing team comprising 14 veterinary nurses and five auxiliary nurses.
• The practice fosters a collaborative atmosphere where team members are encouraged to learn from and support one another.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 to 5 years of recent UK experience in small animal practice.
• Proficiency in basic surgical skills.
• A commitment to professional development and teamwork.

Salary

They are offering a very competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000 per annum, reflective of skills and experience.

The Benefits Package

• An estate car is provided for work and personal use.
• Six weeks of annual leave, plus all but one bank holiday.
• £3,000 CPD allowance and comprehensive Vet Defence cover.
• Fully furnished accommodation available.

The Practice

The practice is a well-established, independent veterinary organisation offering a wide range of services, including general medicine, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures. The main centre is equipped with five operating theatres and an in-house hydrotherapy and physiotherapy centre. Additionally, there are seven air-conditioned consulting branches, ensuring a comfortable working environment.

The Location

The practice is located near Sheffield and the Pennines, offering access to excellent schools, housing, and transport links, including proximity to five airports within an hour’s drive.

Reference

Reference: Job Reference No JN-092025-33118