Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Colchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice in Colchester is seeking a part-time small animal vet to join their friendly and supportive team. This role offers genuine flexibility, allowing you to tailor your working hours to fit your lifestyle while maintaining high clinical standards. With a collaborative environment and a focus on professional development, including CPD support and mentorship, this position is perfect for those looking to balance work and life effectively. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where your contributions matter and be part of a team dedicated to delivering gold-standard care to clients and their pets.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible voluntary benefits

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Experienced in small animal veterinary practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animals.
• Mentor junior staff and support clinical work.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Client Relationship Management

Mentorship

Education

Veterinary Medicine Degree

Job description

Salary up to £75,000 DOE plus a relocation allowance up to £5,000

Are you a small animal vet looking for a new opportunity that fits around your life, with a genuinely supportive and friendly team? At Paws Colchester Vets, we're seeking a part-time veterinary surgeon to join our close-knit, three-vet practice. We prioritize flexibility, team spirit, and excellent clinical care in our approach.

About Us

Paws Colchester is an independent, well-established practice located on the edge of Colchester—a vibrant, historic town with excellent amenities, access to countryside, and proximity to the coast, including Mersea Island. We enjoy strong rail links to London and Norwich, offering a relaxed coastal lifestyle combined with city access.

Our team is close and collaborative, comprising five highly skilled Registered Veterinary Nurses who support clinical work and run nurse-led clinics. Our front-of-house team includes three experienced receptionists dedicated to providing top-tier client service.

The Role

1. Position: Part-Time Small Animal Vet
2. Working Hours: Flexible, tailored to your needs
3. Weekends: Only 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8:30am-12:30pm)
4. Out of Hours: None, ensuring your evenings and weekends are free

We are open to tailoring the role to match your strengths and interests, with a varied caseload suitable for experienced vets or those looking to develop. Mentorship and ongoing support are integral to our culture, helping you thrive.

What Makes Us Different

1. Genuine flexibility supporting work-life balance
2. A collaborative, welcoming environment where everyone's voice matters
3. High clinical standards emphasizing quality over quantity
4. Support for further qualifications and CPD, including a Certificate in Ophthalmology
5. Time to build client relationships and deliver gold-standard care
6. Modern equipment and a team invested in each other's success

Because our people matter

We value our team as the core of our success, investing in our people, premises, and processes. Benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Employee wellbeing initiatives

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance plus 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
• Support for certificates
• Learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for vets and nurses
• £1250 annual Care Fund for all vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes
• Flexible voluntary benefits
• Discounts and cashback with retailers
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC practices