Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group; Witney; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance

BSAVA library access

Relocation package

Visa fees covered

Health cash plan

Staff discounts

Wellbeing support

Family leave enhancements

Job summary

Tremain Veterinary Centre in Witney is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to deliver outstanding patient and client care. You’ll manage a varied medical and surgical caseload, work both independently and as part of a supportive team, and enjoy collaborating to maintain high clinical standards on a day-to-day basis.

The role offers flexibility with approximately 30 hours per week across 3–4 days, including 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with small animal practice background.
• Excellent communication and team-focused approach.
• Commitment to high clinical standards and ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied medical and surgical caseload.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide outstanding patient care.
• Support clinical standards and contribute to professional development.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Job description

This role offers excellent flexibility, with approximately 30 hours per week worked across 3 or 4 days, helping to support a healthy work-life balance. The rota also includes 1 in 3 Saturday mornings, ensuring a fair and manageable share of weekend responsibilities.

We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care. You'll be confident managing a varied medical and surgical caseload, working both independently and as part of a supportive team. You'll enjoy collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and contributing to high clinical standards, while continuing to develop your own skills and interests. Excellent communication and a team-focused approach are essential, along with a genuine commitment to providing the best possible care for patients and their owners.

Tremain Veterinary Centre is a long-established small animal practice that has been caring for pets in the local community since the early 1970s. Conveniently located in the heart of Witney, the practice combines modern diagnostic equipment with a friendly, close-knit team and a personal approach to patient care. The team is committed to delivering exceptional clinical standards across preventative healthcare, consultations, surgery, diagnostics, and ongoing treatment. You'll be joining an experienced and supportive team of 5 Veterinary Surgeons, including colleagues holding Certificates in Cardiology and Diagnostic Imaging, providing an excellent environment for collaboration, clinical discussion, and continued professional development. The wider team consists of 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, a Student Veterinary Nurse, and dedicated Patient Care Assistants and support colleagues, all working together to provide outstanding care to pets and their owners. As part of the CVS family, Tremain offers a varied caseload and access to a broad range of services, including advanced diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, cardiology, nurse clinics, preventative healthcare, and emergency support arrangements. Whether you're looking to expand your clinical knowledge or simply enjoy working within a genuinely supportive team, Tremain provides an excellent environment to do so.

• 1 Farm Mill Lane, Witney, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX28 4BJ
• First Opinion
• Permanent
• Tremain Vets Witney
• Veterinary Surgeon | Tremain Veterinary Centre | Witney, Oxfordshire Salary: Up to £60,000 FTE depending on experience. Permanent | Part Time | 30 hours a week | only 1 in 3 Saturday mornings | No OOH
• A competitive salary up to £60,000 FTE depending on experience
• 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