Vet Surgeon – Independent Small Animal Practice

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive veterinary practice in Leeds is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers a competitive salary between £50,000 - £70,000, a 4-day working week, and opportunities for clinical development. Ideal candidates will be compassionate team players committed to high standards of care and patient wellbeing. Enjoy a close-knit team environment with mentorship and generous CPD allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

4-day working week

Generous CPD allowance

Paid RCVS and membership fees

6 weeks’ holiday

Qualifications

• Confident Veterinary Surgeon with a commitment to high standards of care.
• Experience in small animal caseload management preferred.
• Interest in ongoing learning and certificate programs encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide consults, surgeries, diagnostics, and clinical workups.
• Work collaboratively with a friendly team.
• Support mentorship and professional growth.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Leeds
£50,000 - £70,000 DOE | 4-Day Week | Independent Practice

Join a supportive and genuinely independent small animal practice in Leeds, offering a fantastic work–life balance, clinical freedom, and a close-knit team environment. This is a great opportunity for a vet who enjoys all-round GP work and wants to be part of a practice that values high standards of care, development, and team wellbeing.

The Role

• 4-day working week
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings
• No out-of-hours or Sunday rota
• Varied small animal caseload – consults, surgeries, diagnostics, and clinical workups
• Modern facilities including digital X-ray, dental suite, in-house lab, and ultrasound

About You

You’ll be a confident and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys working as part of a friendly, collaborative team. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding patient and client care are key.

The practice is home to several certificate holders across medicine, surgery, and imaging - making it a great environment for ongoing learning and professional growth. Vets with existing or developing clinical interests are warmly encouraged to explore and expand them here.

Why Apply?

• Independent, supportive practice culture
• Competitive salary £50,000 - £70,000 DOE
• 4-day week for a great work–life balance
• Multiple certificate holders in the team with mentorship available
• Generous CPD allowance and full certificate support
• Paid RCVS, VDS and membership fees
• 6 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Opportunity to develop clinical interests within a progressive, well-equipped setting

📍 Location: Leeds

💼 Employment type: Permanent, Full-time (part-time considered)

🕓 Rota: 4 days/week + 1:4 Saturday mornings | No OOH

To apply or learn more, contact: Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | [e-mail]