Veterinary Surgeon

Epona Equine Vets; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS & VDS fees

CPD allowance

Relocation package

Visa fees covered

Health plan

Wellbeing programme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Melbourne Veterinary Centre in Cannock, Staffordshire, is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a permanent, full-time role. The position offers a competitive salary up to £65,000 depending on experience and includes a supportive, improvement-focused team environment.

You'll join a well-established practice with modern facilities, opportunities for professional development, and a 4- or 5-day work week with a share in a 1:3 Saturday rota. CPD and career progression are actively encouraged and funded.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with registration
• Experience in small animal practice preferred
• Ability to work independently and lead clinical cases

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care for small animals.
• Lead surgical and medical cases with confidence.
• Collaborate with the team and mentor junior vets.

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon
Melbourne Veterinary Centre

Location: Cannock, Staffordshire
Contract:Permanent | Full-time
Practice Type: First Opinion, Small Animal
Competitive Salary: up to £65,000 Depending on Experience

Your opportunity to be a part of a supportive, 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 atMelbourne Veterinary Centre

This role is full-time, 40 hours a week across 4 or 5 days with a share in the 1:3 Saturday morning rota. We can also potentially consider part-time applications, just let us know what works for you!
Melbourne Veterinary Centre is spacious and well-established practice in Cannock, ideally located within easy access to the M6, local train station, and a range of nearby amenities. Situated close to Cannock Chase, nature reserves, and local beauty spots, the practice offers a fantastic balance between accessibility and a peaceful working environment., with opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

The practice benefits from a diverse client base and are committed to high standards of care, allowing cases to be worked up thoroughly and managed to an excellent clinical standard. With modern facilities and advanced surgical capabilities, including orthopaedic procedures and laparoscopic surgery, Melbourne is passionate about delivering a great service while continuing to develop. CPD and further study are actively encouraged and funded, with access to a great range of in-house learning opportunities.

About you:

We're looking for aVeterinary Surgeonto join ourCannock team.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.