Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

WhatsApp Inc.; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3-day week

CPD allowance

Certificate support

Vet GDP mentoring

Job summary

Purosearch is seeking a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a community-focused practice in Newcastle-under-Lyme on a permanent part-time basis. The role balances consultations and surgeries, with a supportive team and clear career development opportunities.

The position offers a generous pro rata salary up to £60,000 FTE, plus CPD support and a pathway to Vet GDP mentoring if desired. On-site role with excellent work-life balance and a colleague-first culture.

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration required.
• Confidence in routine consultations and small animal surgery.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine consultations and small animal surgeries.
• Deliver outstanding patient and client care; maintain high clinical standards.

Skills

MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon

Small animal surgery

Communication & teamwork

Education

Veterinary degree (UK)

Job description

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon (Part-Time) - Newcastle Under Lyme

Company: Purosearch

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 24 Sept 2026

Closing date: 24 Oct 2026

Summary

Part Time Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - Newcastle-under-Lyme

Salary: Up to £60,000 FTE (Pro Rata) + Excellent Benefits

Why Join?

• Salary up to £60,000 FTE (pro rata)
• Excellent work-life balance with a 3-day working week, no Sundays, bank holidays or out-of-hours
• Supportive, close-knit team with a collaborative and friendly culture
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate support and genuine career development opportunities
• Opportunity to mentor and develop as a Vet GDP Advisor if this is an area of interest

The Opportunity

We're looking for a confident and compassionate Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a welcoming, community-focused practice in Newcastle-under-Lyme on a permanent part-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive team where clinical excellence, teamwork and wellbeing are genuinely prioritised. You'll enjoy a varied caseload with a balance of consultations and surgery, while working alongside experienced colleagues who encourage collaboration and professional development.

The role also offers the opportunity to develop your mentoring skills. If you're already a Vet GDP Advisor, or would like to become one, full support will be provided to help you mentor new graduate vets joining the practice.

What We're Looking For

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Confident in routine consultations and small animal surgery
• Comfortable with occasional sole charge responsibilitiesExcellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care
• Keen to continue developing professionally and contribute to a positive team culture

Career Development

The practice believes in investing in their people and supporting long-term career growth.

You'll benefit from:

• Generous CPD allowance (£1,750 pro rata, with enhanced funding for certificate holders)
• Certificate support and funding
• Opportunity to become or continue as a Vet GDP Advisor
• Clinical freedom and encouragement to pursue your interests
• Supportive and experienced colleagues who enjoy sharing knowledge

The Rota

Enjoy a schedule designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Part-time - 3 days per week
• Tuesday & Wednesday - 5-hour shifts
• Friday - 10-hour shift
• 1 in 11 Saturday mornings (9:00am-12:00pm)
• No Sundays
• No Bank Holidays
• No Out-of-Hours

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 FTE
• Enhanced holiday allowance (6.6 weeks including bank holidays, pro rata)
• Professional memberships paid (RCVS & VDS)
• Generous CPD budget
• Certificate supportPension scheme
• Employee discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Health and wellbeing programme including GP access

Interested?

If you're looking for a genuinely supportive practice where you'll be valued as part of a close-knit team and have the opportunity to develop your career while maintaining an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.