Veterinary Surgeon I Up to £70,000 DOE | £5,000 Welcome Bonus | Full or Part-Time | Flexible Working

Vets for Pets; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Paid professional memberships

Generous holiday allowance

Excellent career development

Discounts at Pets at Home

Job summary

Chippenham Vets for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our close-knit, well-equipped practice in Chippenham. We offer a generous salary up to £70,000 DOE, plus a £5,000 Welcome Bonus, and flexible working with full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.

You'll work alongside a supportive team of 3 Veterinary Surgeons, 4 RVNs, and others, with varied cases, protected admin time, CPD funding, and a generous holiday allowance. Relocation and visa sponsorship may be available.

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon

Chippenham Vets for Pets

Up to £70,000 DOE | £5,000 Welcome Bonus | Full or Part-Time | Flexible Working*

Are you looking for a practice where you can genuinely enjoy your work-life balance, develop your clinical interests, and be part of a supportive team that values your contribution?

Why Join Us?

We know every vet is different, which is why we're committed to offering a role that works for you. We welcome applications from vets looking for full-time or part-time hours, with flexibility around working patterns wherever possible.

You’ll be joining a close-knit team consisting of:

• 3 Veterinary Surgeons
• 4 Registered Veterinary Nurses
• 2 Veterinary Care Assistants
• 4 Client Care Advisors
• Dedicated Practice Manager

Our purpose-built practice is equipped to provide excellent clinical care, with:

• 3 consulting rooms
• Dedicated colleague office and kitchen area
• 15-minute routine consultations
• 30-minute consultations for more complex cases
• Protected admin time built into the diary
• One-hour lunch breaks
• Morning and afternoon tea breaks

We’re proud to have a loyal client base and a varied caseload that allows cases to be worked up locally. We also work alongside visiting specialists, giving our team exposure to a wide range of cases:

• RATA Specialists providing Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue Surgery, Ophthalmology and Ultrasonography
• Insight Veterinary Specialists providing Ultrasonography support

Develop Your Career Your Way

We’re passionate about helping our colleagues grow. Whether you have a particular clinical interest you’d like to pursue or you’re considering a certificate, we’ll support you every step of the way.

Certification is actively encouraged and fully funded, and you’ll have access to guidance from both your practice colleagues and our experienced regional support team.

A Great Place to Live and Work

Chippenham offers the best of both worlds. Surrounded by beautiful Wiltshire countryside, it also benefits from excellent transport links to Bristol and London, with the historic city of Bath just a short distance away. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, city life, or somewhere in between, Chippenham has plenty to offer.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of up to £70,000 DOE
• £5,000 Welcome Bonus*
• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• Shared Saturday and Bank Holiday rota
• No out-of-hours requirements
• Funded CPD and certificate support
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits
• Paid professional memberships
• Generous holiday allowance
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Exclusive lifestyle and shopping discounts, including up to 30% off at Pets at Home
• Relocation support available
• Visa sponsorship available (A+ rated sponsor)

We’d Love to Hear From You

We’re looking forward to you hearing from us and having a conversation if you’re looking for a supportive team, flexibility around your working life, and the opportunity to grow your career in a well-equipped practice.

Location

SN14 6RZ

Applications made via recruitment agencies are not eligible for the welcome bonus.

Pets just see people. They aren't biased and they don't discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets and value diversity in all its forms. We want our teams to reflect the communities we serve, and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you if you believe you can make a positive contribution to our team.