Veterinary Surgeon (Part Time) - Middlesbrough

Purosearch; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

A notable veterinary charity in Middlesbrough seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon for a part-time role (22.5 hours/week). You will provide compassionate care to pets needing medical assistance. Duties include both surgical and consulting responsibilities, with a focus on emergency cases. The organization offers a competitive salary, CPD benefits, and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

CPD allowance

Flexible working options

Pension contributions

Wellbeing initiatives

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• High-quality veterinary care experience.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in handling emergency cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert veterinary care to pets.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Manage a varied and emergency caseload.

Skills

Communication skills

Veterinary care expertise

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon – Middlesbrough (Part-Time)

• Meaningful Impact – Provide expert veterinary care for pets whose owners cannot otherwise afford treatment, focusing on measurable clinical outcomes over rigid targets
• Flexible, Part-Time Hours – Permanent position at 22.5 hours per week offering a balanced mix of surgical and consulting duties
• Modern Facilities & Equipment – Access to a well-equipped hospital with radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, and extensive orthopaedic kit
• Collaborative Team Environment – Work alongside a supportive veterinary team with varied clinical interests, offering a rich pool of knowledge and experience
• Attractive Benefits Package – Competitive salary (£43,950–£58,312 pro rata), CPD allowance, paid RCVS fees, generous holiday entitlement, wellbeing initiatives, and enhanced pension options

About the Organisation

Our client is a remarkable charity providing expert veterinary care to people across the UK who would otherwise be unable to afford treatment for their pets. Their mission truly matters: they deliver compassionate, pragmatic care with a focus on positive clinical outcomes and measurable impact rather than rigid targets.

The Role

The charity is seeking a qualified Veterinary Surgeon to join its modern Middlesbrough Pet Hospital on a permanent, part-time basis (22.5 hours per week, worked as 7.5-hour days with a one-hour lunch).

The position offers a balanced mix of surgical and consulting duties and involves a varied caseload with a high number of emergency cases. There is no routine out-of-hours work, apart from a Saturday morning emergency clinic (8 a.m.–12 p.m.) that is shared equally among the current team of seven vets. No bank holiday cover is required.

This is an exciting opportunity for a vet who thrives on variety and is confident managing a wide range of cases. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with the ability to lead by example and share expertise with colleagues.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide high-quality, pragmatic veterinary care while promoting the charity’s mission.
• Confidently communicate with a diverse range of clients and colleagues.
• Champion client contributions and suggest resource efficiencies where possible.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment while maintaining a healthy work–life balance.

Why Join?

The Middlesbrough hospital is well equipped with separate dog and cat kennels, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. A supportive, multidisciplinary team offers a broad pool of clinical knowledge and experience. Flexible weekend rotas and enhanced pay with stand-down time during the week help maintain balance.

Benefits

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 25 Big Organisations to Work For by the Best Companies survey, this charity is committed to creating a workplace where people feel connected, valued and able to make a real difference.

• Salary: £43,950 – £58,312 (including allowances) per annum (pro rata)
• Remote and flexible working options
• CPD allowance of one week and £1,000 per year
• Full RCVS fees paid
• Internal CPD programmes and discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
• 25 days’ holiday (excluding Bank Holidays) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• An additional Wellbeing Day for rest and recharge
• Generous pension schemes with contributions from 5% up to 10%
• Life Assurance (4 × annual salary)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Online Wellbeing Centre
• Wide range of retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts

How to Apply

This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation that changes lives every day—for pets, their owners and the veterinary professionals who care for them.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and discuss flexible working arrangements to fit their lifestyle.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don’t forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-55203