Veterinary Surgeon

Tempus Recruitment; Helston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A corporately owned practice in Helston is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon. This full-time role offers a 4-day working week with no out-of-hours commitment. Ideal for a vet with solid clinical skills and a passion for patient care, this position provides excellent work-life balance and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

6.6 weeks paid holiday

£1750 CPD Allowance

Health Shield contributions

RCVS Membership paid

Enhanced parental leave pay

Discounted veterinary fees

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD/training support

Company sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Confident in routine consultations and surgery.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Join a friendly team in a permanent, full-time role.
• Participate in routine consultations and surgeries.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Teamwork

Patient Care

Job description

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The Package

• 6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
• £1750 CPD Allowance per annum
• Health Shield – wide-ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS Membership paid
• Two other membership subscriptions
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• CPD/training support
• Company sick pay
• Colleague engagement survey
• Annual pay reviews
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities

Job Description

Our client is a corporately owned practice seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and long-established team in Helston, Cornwall.

This is a permanent, full-time position, offering an excellent work-life balance with a 4-day working week and no out-of-hours commitment. The role includes 1:4 Saturday mornings and is suited to a vet with solid clinical skills, a team-focused mindset, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care.

This RCVS-accredited mixed practice has been serving the Cornish community since the 1870s. It offers outstanding facilities and a supportive, close-knit team environment. The practice also serves as the veterinary provider for the nearby Cornish Seal Sanctuary, making this a unique opportunity for someone with an interest in marine life.

The successful candidate will be confident in routine consultations and surgery, enjoy working collaboratively, and be open to developing their clinical interests further. The team is passionate about supporting CPD, including certificates, and ensuring all team members feel fulfilled in their roles.

Located in the historic market town of Helston, the practice is perfectly placed for anyone who enjoys exploring the Cornish outdoors—from the coastal beauty of Porthleven Harbour to the countryside charm of nearby estates and gardens. Despite its rural location, the practice has great transport links and access to amenities.

The team currently comprises 4 vets, 4 RVNs, and 2 SVNs who enjoy a supportive culture and share interests from walking and baking to crafts and exploring the local coastline.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Veterinary Services

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