Veterinary Surgeon - Consult Only

inspiring vet care; Wells-Next-the-Sea; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks holiday including bank hols

Cycle to Work

Green Car schemes

Retail discounts and cashback offers

Reduced-cost veterinary care for your-

Job summary

Glaven Vets in North Norfolk is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a sole charge role across Holt and Wells-next-the-Sea. You will deliver high-quality patient and client care with support from reception and a nurse, across a varied caseload.

The position offers part-time hours (12 per week) with consult-only duties, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team. RCVS registration is required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues
• Willingness to learn, receptive to feedback and development
• Professional, reliable, and able to work independently and collaboratively
• Passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

Responsibilities

• This is a sole charge position with support of reception and nurse.
• 12 hours per week
• Working 08.45 - 12.30 for three days a week, consult only

Skills

Excellent communication

Client relations

Patient care

Education

Veterinary degree and RCVS registration

Job description

Salary up to £70,000 per annum DOE pro-rata

At Glaven Vets, everything we do is built on care. Care for our patients, support for our team, and long-term trust with our clients. With roots in the local community stretching back to the 1960s, we’re proud of our history and excited about our future as we continue to grow with compassion and commitment.

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We’re a close knit, medium-sized practice specialising in small animals, with two well established sites in the beautiful North Norfolk towns of Holt and Wells-next-the-Sea. We’re proud to have many long-standing team members who share our commitment to high quality, compassionate care. While dogs and cats make up most of our caseload, we also care for the occasional rabbit or small furry. As the go to practice for local wildlife, we’ve treated everything from hedgehogs to deer, and even bats.

Our facilities are modern and thoughtfully designed, featuring separate waiting areas for cats and dogs, a dedicated nurse consult room and one dedicated vet consult room. Wells Next To The Sea compliments our main branch at Holt which has three additional consult rooms, a dedicated nurse consult room,a large prep area that doubles as a second theatre when needed, a fully equipped lab, dispensary, and a cosy break room. You’ll have access to excellent diagnostic tools including digital x-ray, ultrasound, K-laser, endoscopy, dental x-ray, multiparameter monitoring, and a tonopen for patients you may wish to refer.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

• This is a sole charge position with support of reception and nurse.
• 12 hours per week
• Working 08.45 - 12.30 for three days a week, consult only

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

Subject to pro-rata

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £70,000 a year

Up to £70,00 DOE