Surgical Bias Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group; Buxworth; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS & VDS fees paid in full

Generous CPD allowance & certificates

Up to 33 days holiday (with buy/sell)

Job summary

CVS Vets' Knox & Devlin Veterinary Centre in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias to join our supportive, practice-based team. The role is permanent and full-time (40 hours across 4 or 5 days), with a mix of surgery and consultations and a four- or five-day pattern to fit you.

You'll work with a collaborative team in a well-equipped, RCVS-accredited practice, with opportunities for CPD, certificates, and a generous salary up to £70,000

Qualifications

• Proven surgical experience in small animals and elective procedures.
• Strong clinical decision-making and case management.
• Ability to mentor team and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgical and medical cases with diagnostic investigations.
• Collaborate with a team of vets, nurses and support staff.
• Develop and tailor caseloads to strengths and career goals.
• Provide high standards of patient care and owner communication.

Skills

Surgical skills

Clinical autonomy

Team leadership

Client communication

Mentoring others

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

Job description

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with Surgical Bias
Knox & Devlin Veterinary Centre

Location: Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire
Contract:Permanent | Full-time, 40 hours across 4 or 5 days
Practice Type: First Opinion, Small Animal
Competitive Salary: Up to £70,000 Depending on Experience & Certificates

Your opportunity to be a part of a supportive, stable, improvement-focused team starts here!

At CVS,we put ourcolleaguesfirst, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges,you'llalways have the resources and teamsalongsideyou.We'llbe your biggest supporter –it'sin our nature.

Withmarket-leading learning, on-the-job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues,you'llhave the tools to grow—whetheryou'rebuilding confidence early in your career or looking to deepen yourexpertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals

Life atKnox and Devlin Veterinary Centre

This role is full-time, working 40 hours across 4 or 5 days – just let us know what works for you! There is a 1 in 5 Saturday morning shift, but no OOH work required. The role would be a split between ops and consults, but would suit someone who has a surgical interest.

Knox & Devlin Veterinary Centre are offering a fantastic opportunity for a surgically minded vet to develop their interests within a supportive and flexile practice that are happy to tailor their caseloads to individual strengths and career aspirations. Located in the beautiful town of Whaley Bridge on the edge of the Peak District, with direct rail links to Manchester just a short walk away, the practice has stunning countryside surroundings with excellent commuter access.

Serving a loyal client base in an affluent area, the practice is always looking for ways to enhance their services to reflect their growth and investment in the future. Supported by a collaborative team of 5 vets, 5 nurses, and a PCA, including a vet currently undertaking a certificate in dermatology, the practice fosters a genuinely supportive culture where wellbeing, development, and teamwork are highly valued.

As an RCVS-accredited General Practice, we are committed to delivering high standards of patient care while actively supporting CPD and certificate study. Our facilities include digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental radiography, diathermy equipment, and separate dog and cat wards, with plans to further expand clinical capabilities as the practice continues to grow.

About you:

We're looking for aVeterinary Surgeonto join ourWhaley Bridge.Working within a culture wherecliniciansare empoweredto make the best decisions, where improvement isencouraged and where best practice is shared,you will be:

• Driven by shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals,you'recommitted to delivering outstanding care to support our patients and their owners.

• Confident in your clinical skills,you'llbe able totake the lead on surgical and medicalcases,andcarry out diagnostic investigations with precision.

• Keen to develop,you'recommitted to gaining further confidence in clinical skills so that you can manage or lead on different case types

• A natural mentor and team player,you'llenjoysupportingand inspiringall colleaguesto help them thrive.

• Client care comes naturally to you,you know how to create a positive, reassuring experience that builds trust and long-lasting relationships.

• As an experienced vet, you'llbring a strong level of clinical autonomy and be comfortable handling a varied caseload, offering guidance to the wider team and contributing to shaping clinical standards.

The benefits

At CVS, we know that carefor our patientsstarts with dedicated people like you.That'swhy we invest in your growth and your future. When you join our team,you'llreceive:

• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full

• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered

• Up to 33 days holiday (withoptionto buy/sell)

• Relocation package and visa fees covered (where applicable)

• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring

• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, WellbeingChampionsand enhanced family leave policies

• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services,MiPetfood and medications

Join us at CVS

We'recommitted to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome,valuedand able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive andequitableworkplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral SupportVetsand personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.

Our aim istofree up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice.

We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements acrossnumerouspractices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.

This role is based in Whaley Bridge but is a suitable commuting distance from Stockport, Macclesfield, Buxton, Hyde, New Mills, Marple, Cheadle, Wilmslow, Havannah Congleton, and surround areas of Derbyshire and the Peak District.