Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Tendring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary practice in a charming seaside town, offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon. This brand-new clinic is designed to provide the highest clinical standards while fostering a pleasant working environment. With a commitment to animal welfare and exceptional patient care, you'll collaborate with a passionate team. Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with flexible hours, generous holiday, and professional development opportunities. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Attractive salary up to £55,000

Generous CPD allowance

5.6 weeks initial holiday

Contributory pension scheme

In-house career development

Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS)

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

20% discount at partner stores

Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS registration is essential.
• New graduates may be considered if registered with RCVS.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in a new state-of-the-art practice.
• Work collaboratively with a dynamic team to ensure excellent patient care.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Ultrasound Skills

Animal Welfare

Education

RCVS Registration

Veterinary Degree

Job description

Are you a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new challenge at a brand-new practice?

We're opening the doors to our state-of-the-art practice in March 2025, and we want you to join us on our journey! We are keen to welcome a skilled professional to our friendly and dynamic team.

About us
The brand-new surgery is situated inside one of our stores and has been designed to deliver not only the highest clinical standards, but also a pleasant working environment for the whole team.

Our brand-new clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and supported by a passionate team committed to providing exceptional care to our clients and their pets.

Clacton-on-Sea is a charming seaside town located on the Essex coast of England. Known for its traditional British seaside appeal, Clacton offers a delightful mix of sandy beaches, a classic pier with amusements, and beautiful coastal walks.

We are open 6 days a week Monday - Saturday (Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm, Saturday: 9am - 6pm on a rota basis).

As a brand-new practice, we are ideally looking for a full-time Veterinary Surgeon to join us; however, we are happy to offer part-time hours upon discussion. We understand the importance of a healthy work/life balance and so we are open to discussions and welcome you to come and talk to us about what shifts would work best for you.

You will work circa 40 hours per week and there will be some weekend work included on a 1:3 Saturday rota, but no OOH required.

About you

• An experienced and qualified Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS registration.
• We are also open to considering new graduates if you have just qualified as Veterinary Surgeon on the RCVS register.
• You will preferably already be confident in routine procedures.
• We consider special areas of interest and can support certificates. Ultrasound and good medicine skills would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for animal welfare and high-quality patient care.
• Team player attitude with the ability to work independently.

We can offer you

• An attractive salary of up to £55,000 (Dependent on experience/full-time equivalent).
• A generous CPD allowance.
• 5.6 weeks initial holiday.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• In-house career development opportunity.
• Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS).
• Access to the reward hub including wellbeing support and pastoral care.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home and the Groom Room.
• Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes - Retail Trust, Port of Call and MHFA.

If you'd like any further information about this vacancy, the practice or our company please contact Laura from our Talent Acquisition team via email; [e-mail] for an informal and confidential conversation.

Alternatively, you can submit your application directly to us now and somebody will be in touch with you to discuss this further. We look forward to hearing from you!

Location: CO15 3TP

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer!

Pets just see people. They aren't biased and they don't discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so 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!