Veterinary Surgeon

JR United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their thriving small animal practice in Essex. This role offers a supportive environment with a strong team, including a certificate holder in dermatology. Enjoy a work-life balance with no out-of-hours duties and a manageable weekend rota. You will have the opportunity to work with a loyal client base and a varied caseload, while receiving support for your professional development. With a competitive salary and benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in their veterinary career.

Benefits

£5,000 welcome or relocation bonus

CPD encouraged and funded

Healthcare plan

Pension

Generous staff discounts

Qualifications

• Confident in routine surgeries and medical cases.
• Comfortable with occasional sole charge duties.

Responsibilities

• Join a supportive team with a manageable weekend rota.
• Work with a loyal client base and varied caseload.

Skills

Routine surgeries

Medical cases

Sole charge confidence

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

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Veterinary Surgeon – Multi-Vet Team | Essex (Near Southend & London)

We’re excited to be supporting a thriving small animal practice in Essex—perfectly placed between the coast and the capital—who are now looking to welcome another Veterinary Surgeon to their friendly, experienced team.

The Practice

This is a purpose-built, modern facility equipped with all the expected toys, and a strong, supportive team environment to match. You’ll be joining a 3-vet team (including a certificate holder in dermatology), 4 RVNs, student nurses, VCAs, and a dedicated client care team. The Clinical Director brings a wealth of experience and is hands-on in mentoring and supporting career development.

The Role

• Full-time ideally, but flexible or part-time hours can absolutely be discussed
• No OOH, bank holidays or on-call – and a manageable 1 in 4 weekend rota
• You’ll need to be confident in routine surgeries, medical cases, and comfortable with occasional sole charge

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work with a loyal client base, varied caseload, and a team that genuinely cares about each other’s success. Whether you’re working towards a certificate or just keen to refine your skills in a supported setting, you’ll have the tools and guidance to make it happen.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE
• £5,000 welcome or relocation bonus
• CPD encouraged and funded – including support for postgraduate qualifications
• Healthcare plan, pension, and generous staff discounts

Location Highlights:

• Just 40 minutes by train to London Liverpool Street
• Close to Southend-on-Sea and the Essex coastline
• Fantastic access to shopping, restaurants, and green space
• Free parking and great public transport options

This is a fantastic chance to become part of a well-run, close-knit team in a brilliant part of the country—coastal vibes, city lights, and clinical variety all rolled into one.

Interested in finding out more? Send a CV via APPLY to Sophie or email directly to [emailprotected]