Vet Surgeon – Manchester. Full or part-time. No OOH. Supportive, independent team.

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected veterinary practice in Manchester is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. This position offers flexible working hours, a varied caseload without out-of-hours duties, and a supportive environment for both developing and experienced vets. Competitive salary, holiday benefits, and generous CPD support are included.

Benefits

27 days' holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave

Generous CPD support

Private health cover (BUPA)

Pension scheme

Staff discount on treatment for own pets

Qualifications

• Confident in general surgery and dentistry.
• Personable and professional demeanor.
• Ready to grow in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of surgical and medical cases.
• Consult and perform procedures in well-equipped branches.
• Participate in regular CPD sessions and development plans.

Skills

General surgery

Dentistry

Consultations

Interpersonal skills

Education

RCVS registration

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Electrosurgery

Tonometry

Ultrasonic dental equipment

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Manchester (Full or Part-Time) Global Veterinary Careers are pleased to present an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-respected, independent small animal practice located within easy reach of Manchester. This role offers a flexible schedule, varied caseload, and a supportive, progressive team environment—ideal for both developing and experienced vets.

Location: Manchester (commutable from Wigan, Bolton, and surrounding areas)

Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/week) across 4, 4.5 or 5 days — part-time options available

Weekends: 1-in-7 rota with time off in lieu

OOH: No out-of-hours duties

About the Role:

• Wide range of surgical and medical cases
• No night or emergency on-call (OOH outsourced)
• Mix of consulting and theatre time at well-equipped branches
• One-to-one support available where needed
• Cloud-based Animana system integrated with IDEXX

Facilities & Equipment:

• Digital X-ray (general & dental)
• Ultrasound
• Electrosurgery
• Tonometry
• Ultrasonic dental equipment
• Modern surgical and consult rooms

Team Culture:

• Supportive, experienced clinical team with clear structure
• Nurse Managers/Head Nurses at each site
• Regular CPD sessions and tailored development plans
• Friendly and professional team atmosphere
• Encourages both clinical and interpersonal growth

Ideal Candidate:

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Confident with general surgery, dentistry & consultations
• Enthusiastic, personable, and professional
• Suitable for vets with some experience or those ready to grow in a supportive environment

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (DOE) with regular reviews
• 27 days' holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave
• Generous CPD support (including certificates encouraged)
• Paid professional fees (RCVS, VDS, selected memberships)
• Private health cover (BUPA)
• Pension scheme
• Staff discount on treatment for own pets

If you're looking for a long-term, fulfilling role with excellent support, work-life balance, and the clinical freedom to do your best work—this could be the perfect fit.