Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in Chipping Barnet is looking for a compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team. This role offers a balanced work schedule with 6.6 weeks of annual leave, CPD allowances, and various additional benefits aimed at promoting a healthy work-life balance. The practice encourages professional development and values a collaborative atmosphere for both new and experienced vets.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday as a paid day off

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

£1250 CPD allowance

Discounted staff pet care

Pension scheme

Pawsome Benefits discounts

Qualifications

• Dedicated and committed to veterinary medicine.
• Team-oriented and supportive to colleagues.
• Desire for work-life balance and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Join a supportive team providing veterinary care.
• Manage a diverse caseload with no on-call hours.
• Contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced work environment.

Skills

Commitment

Team Collaboration

Work-Life Balance

Job description

Salary up to £55,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000.

Your next move starts here…

Wood Street Veterinary Group is seeking a dedicated and committed Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team at our hospital.

Whether you're looking for variety in your caseload or a better work-life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What's on offer?

• Flexible Working That Works for You
• 4-day week as standard
• 1 in 4 Saturdays
• Shifts between 8:00am - 8:30pm depending on the rota
• No out-of-hours (OOH) or on-call work

We understand that work-life balance is essential. That's why we've built flexibility into our rota and created a supportive working environment that allows you to thrive, regardless of your career stage.

About Us

We are a 5-branch practice anchored by our state-of-the-art hospital in Barnet. Our facilities include:

• Digital x-ray
• Endoscopy
• Ultrasound
• Dental x-ray
• Full surgical suite (including some orthopaedic procedures)

Our hospital is well-connected, with excellent links into London and easy parking for those commuting by car.

The Team You'll Join

You will join a large, experienced, and supportive team, including:

• 20+ Veterinary Surgeons, many with certificates
• 23 RVNs and VCAs
• 20 Receptionists, Practice Manager, and Admin staff

We pride ourselves on being a fast-paced, welcoming team that collaborates, supports, and helps each other grow. Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, there are ample opportunities for learning and development.

Because our people matter

We recognize that our staff are fundamental to our success. We invest in our people, premises, and processes. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, surrogacy pay)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance plus 5 days paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
• Certificate support
• Learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities
• £1000 annual Care Fund for all vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits - discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway
• Pension scheme (5% employee, 3% employer)
• Discounted staff pet care