Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Horbury; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

28 days holiday

CPD funding with dedicated time off

Certificate support

Contributory pension

RCVS/VDS/BVA memberships paid

Employee discounts (Pets at Home & The

Job summary

Vets for Pets in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to deliver high-quality medical and surgical care for small animals. The role offers flexibility, with no out-of-hours and a fair rota, while supporting a friendly team and maintaining clinical standards.

We welcome full- or part-time applicants and provide a competitive salary with a £5,000 welcome bonus. The Wakefield practice offers great facilities and a supportive working environment with CPD funding and generous

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary surgeon with confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Willingness to handle sole charge occasionally.
• Values friendly, supportive teamwork and flexible scheduling.
• Committed to maintaining high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for small animals.
• Work within a friendly, supportive team and maintain clinical standards.
• Adapt to a flexible rota and discuss what works best for you.

Skills

Routine medical care

Surgical procedures

Flexible scheduling

Team collaboration

Job description

Why Wakefield?

Based in a well-connected, scenic location, Wakefield offers the best of both worlds:

• Just 20 minutes from Leeds
• Easy access to the Yorkshire Dales and coast
• Around 2 hours to London and 3.5 hours to Edinburgh
• Ideally located near the M1 and M62

The Practice

Our purpose-built standalone practice is designed to support clinical excellence, giving you both the space and equipment to thrive.

You’ll have access to:

• Corneal diamond burr
• High-spec ultrasound
• Orthopaedic surgical equipment
• Advanced soft tissue surgical kit
• Laparoscopic (endosurgery) equipment

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who:

• Is confident with routine medical and surgical cases
• Is happy with occasional sole charge
• Values being part of a friendly, supportive team
• Wants true flexibility without compromising clinical standards

Work-Life Balance That Works

• Full or part-time considered
• No out-of-hours
• No late nights
• Fair rota for shared Saturday mornings
• Open, honest conversations about what works for you

What’s in It for You?

• Salary up to £80,000 DOE
• £5,000 welcome bonus
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Funded CPD with dedicated time off
• Support for certificates
• Contributory pension
• Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS, BVA)
• 20% discount at Pets at Home & The Vet Group
• Access to additional company perks and benefits

Why Join Us?

As part of the UK’s leading small animal veterinary group, you’ll benefit from the stability and resources of a large organisation – while working in a close-knit, independent-feel practice.

You’ll have:

• Autonomy to work your way
• Support when you need it
• Flexibility to enjoy life outside of work
• A competitive salary that reflects your experience

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and want a role that’s both rewarding and sustainable, we’d love to hear from you.

Your next chapter in Wakefield starts here.

Interested? Please contact our Talent Acquisition team via email; [e-mail] for an informal and confidential conversation.

Location: WF2 8UB

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!