Veterinary Surgeon - Coastal Location

Vets for Pets; Tendring; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Clacton-on-Sea is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon. The role offers a competitive salary up to £70,000, no out-of-hours requirements, and a supportive environment with ample opportunities for career development. You will be able to contribute to patient care and community welfare in a coastal setting. Apply now to join a passionate team!

Benefits

Up to £2,000 welcome bonus

Generous CPD allowance

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Access to wellbeing programmes

Cycle to work scheme

20% discount at Vets for Pets

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered with experience in small animal practice.
• Confident with routine procedures, both surgical and medical.
• Able to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Enjoy working in a team and able to manage sole charge situations.
• Willing to develop a specific area of interest.

Responsibilities

• Join a growing team and provide excellent veterinary care.
• Manage routine surgical and medical procedures.
• Contribute to the practice's development and community impact.

Skills

Small animal practice experience

Routine surgical procedures

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Interest in further study

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Clacton-on-Sea

Up to £70,000 DOE | £2,000 Welcome Bonus | Full-Time | No OOH

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Veterinary Surgeon to become an integral part of our growing team. This is a full‑time role (around 40 hours per week) with Saturdays on a fair 1 in 3 rota. Importantly, there are no out‑of‑hours requirements, giving you a genuine worklife balance by the seaside.

About Us

Our brand‑new practice opened in March 2025 inside one of our modern stores and has been designed with both clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing in mind. You’ll be working in a light, spacious and air‑conditioned environment with access to state‑of‑the‑art equipment, including digital x‑ray, a full in‑house laboratory, dentistry facilities and a high spec ultrasound. We are already seeing an exciting mix of cases from routine consultations through to more advanced procedures. Our team has recently expanded our surgical capabilities, successfully performing complex fracture repairs and BOAS surgeries, with ambitions to grow our referral‑level offering further.

Why Clacton-on-Sea?

Clacton‑on‑Sea is a charming coastal town in Essex, famous for its sandy beaches, bustling pier and relaxed seaside vibe. There’s plenty to enjoy in your downtime, from coastal walks and family‑friendly attractions to the annual airshow, one of the largest in the UK. Commuting is simple too – with excellent road links via the A133, A120 and M25, as well as easy access to London, Chelmsford, Colchester and beyond.

About You

• Be RCVS‑registered with experience in small animal practice.
• Be confident with routine procedures, both surgical and medical.
• Bring excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues alike.
• Enjoy working as part of a team while being comfortable with sole charge when required.
• Have (or be keen to develop) a specific area of interest – we’re happy to support certificates and further study.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £70,000 (dependent on experience).
• Welcome bonus of up to £2,000.
• Generous CPD allowance with support for certificate study.
• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (increasing with service).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Paid memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS).
• Career development opportunities within a supportive network.
• Access to colleague wellbeing programmes and pastoral care.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home and The Groom Room.
• Exclusive colleague rewards and discounts across the wider Pets at Home Group.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a practice at the very beginning of its journey, giving you the freedom to influence its future direction and make a genuine impact in the local community. With excellent facilities, a supportive employer, and the charm of a coastal lifestyle, this role offers the best of all worlds.

Apply

If you’re ready for your next challenge, want to pursue a certificate, or simply want a rewarding veterinary role with great balance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build something special at Clacton‑on‑Sea Vets for Pets.

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!