Veterinary Surgeon - South West London

purovets; Croydon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent veterinary practice in Croydon is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. This role offers a balanced four-day work week with no out-of-hours responsibilities, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. The clinic is well-equipped with advanced facilities, providing an exciting opportunity for a vet with over 2 years of experience to thrive in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, and funding for further certifications. If you are passionate about veterinary care and looking for a collaborative team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Birthday off

CPD allowance

Professional fees covered

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in veterinary practice.
• Ability to perform a wide range of surgeries including orthopaedics.

Responsibilities

• Provide gold-standard clinical care and exceptional client service.
• Work collaboratively with a team of experienced vets.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgical Skills

Client Communication

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

Dental X-ray

Laparoscopic Equipment

Flexible Endoscopy

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice | Surrey / South West London
Salary: From £50,000 (DOE) | Full-Time, Permanent

We’re looking to welcome a new veterinary surgeon to our friendly and experienced team of eight vets at a proudly independent practice committed to gold-standard clinical care and exceptional client service.

What You Can Expect

• A well-balanced four-day week, split 50/50 between consulting (9am–7pm) and surgical shifts (8am–5pm)
• No out-of-hours responsibilities
• A 1-in-4 Saturday rota only (8am–5pm)
• A well-equipped clinic with advanced facilities including ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, laparoscopic equipment, and a full range of flexible endoscopy. We also perform a wide range of surgeries, including orthopaedics, in-house.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary starting from £50,000 (commensurate with experience)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off and all bank holidays
• CPD allowance with full support and funding for further certification
• Professional fees covered (RCVS, VDS, etc.)
• A supportive and sociable team that values work-life balance and a positive working culture

We're ideally looking for a vet with 2+ years of experience who enjoys working in a collaborative, high-standard environment.

If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Jordan at [e-mail] in order to discuss.