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

purovets

Newcastle-under-Lyme

On-site

GBP 36,000 - 60,000

Part time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

3-day week
No Sundays
CPD allowance
Certificate support
Vet GDP mentoring
Pension scheme
Employee discounts
Cycle to Work
Wellbeing program
Referral bonus

Job summary

Purovets is seeking a confident Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a welcoming practice in Newcastle-under-Lyme on a permanent part-time basis. The role offers a balanced mix of consultations and surgery with a supportive team and a focus on wellbeing.

The position features a generous salary up to £60,000 FTE (pro rata), a 3-day working week with no Sundays, bank holidays or out-of-hours, and opportunities for career development, mentoring, and CPD support.

Qualifications

  • Registered MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon.
  • Confident in routine consultations and small animal surgery.
  • Capable of occasional sole charge responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Willing to contribute to mentoring and team culture.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out consultations and small animal surgical procedures.
  • Work with a supportive team in a community-focused practice.
  • Mentor and develop new graduates if involved (Vet GDP Advisor pathway).

Skills

MRCVS
Small animal surgery
Client communication
Teamwork
Vet GDP mentoring

Job description

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 responsibilities
  • Excellent 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 support
  • Pension 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.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email l.vasey@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref: JOB-59129

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