Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Veterinary Group; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance

BSAVA access

Fully funded qualifications

Relocation support

Visa fee coverage

Health plan

Pet care discounts

33 days holiday

Job summary

Thompsons Veterinary Centre in Sutton-in-Ashfield is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a 6-month fixed term contract, 30 hours a week across 3 or 4 days with a share in the 1 in 3 Saturday morning rota.

You will be part of a supportive, improvement-focused team delivering excellent patient care in a practice that values clinical excellence and professional growth.

Competitive salary up to £55,000 FTE depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Driven by a shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals.
• Confident in your clinical skills and able to take the lead on surgical and medical cases.
• Keen to develop confidence in clinical skills to manage or lead on different case types.
• A natural mentor and team player who supports and inspires colleagues.
• Client care comes naturally, creating a positive, reassuring experience for owners.
• As an experienced vet, you bring a high level of clinical autonomy and guide the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Lead on surgical and medical cases and carry out diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Provide high-quality patient care and support the team in delivering clinical standards.
• Contribute to shaping clinical standards and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Compassionate animal care

Clinical confidence

Willing to develop

Mentorship & teamwork

Client care focus

Experienced veterinarian

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon
Thompsons Veterinary Centre
Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Contract: 6-month fixed term contract | 30 hours a week | Flexible
Practice Type: First Opinion, Small Animal

Competitive Salary: up to £55,000 FTE depending on experience

You'll be part of a supportive, improvement-focused team focused on delivering excellent patient care in a practice that values clinical excellence and professional growth.

Life at Thompsons Veterinary Centre

Thompsons Veterinary Centre is a welcoming, close-knit practice located close to the M1 with easy access to Nottingham city centre and free on-site parking. The practice offers a great work‑life balance with no out of hours commitments and a supportive environment focused on delivering excellent patient care.

About the role

The role is a 6-month fixed term contract, 30 hours a week across 3 or 4 days with a share in the 1 in 3 Saturday morning rota. We can offer more or fewer hours if required.

About you

• Driven by shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals, you are committed to delivering outstanding care to support our patients and their owners.
• Confident in your clinical skills, you will be able to take the lead on surgical and medical cases, and carry out diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Keen to develop, you are committed to gaining further confidence in clinical skills so you can manage or lead on different case types.
• A natural mentor and team player, you enjoy supporting and inspiring all colleagues to 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 bring a strong level of clinical autonomy, are comfortable handling a varied caseload, offer guidance to the wider team and contribute to shaping clinical standards.

The benefits

• 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 (with option to 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, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications