Veterinary Surgeon, Victoria (Perm, full time and 6 month FTC)

Blue Cross For Pets; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Wellbeing programmes

GP access via MetLife

Pension scheme

CPD support

Life assurance

Pet insurance discount

Volunteer days

Job summary

Blue Cross Victoria Hospital in London is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join a 40‑hour week (Mon–Fri 9am–5pm) with a 6‑month FTC option. You will treat a wide range of cases in a 24‑hour hospital, with night/weekend rota and strong emphasis on clinical excellence.

RCVS-registered with small animal/mixed practice experience is required; driving licence helpful. London Weighting and CPD support available.

Qualifications

• Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) is required.
• Experience in small animal or mixed practice is essential.
• Experience working as sole charge veterinarian is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload including medical, surgical and emergency cases.
• Deliver evidence-based veterinary care while following clinical guidelines.
• Contribute to a culture of learning, wellbeing and team development.

Skills

RCVS membership

Small animal/mixed practice

Sole charge experience

English communication

Education

RCVS registration

UK driving licence

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon, Victoria (Perm, full time and 6 month FTC)

Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Department: Veterinary Services

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Senior Veterinary Surgeon

Compensation: £41,080 - £55,640 / year

Description

Contract: Permanent full-time contract (40 hours over 5 days), we also have a 6 month fixed term contract available

Salary: £41,080 - £55,640 per annum plus £3,954 London Weighting Allowance

Location: Victoria Animal Hospital, London SW1V 1QQ

Closing date: Monday 26th October 2026

Interview date: w/c 2nd November 2026

We believe veterinary care should reach those who need it most, regardless of circumstance. As a Veterinary Surgeon with Blue Cross, you will not only practice medicine; you will make a meaningful difference to vulnerable animals and the communities who rely on us.

More about the role

As a Veterinary Surgeon at Blue Cross, you will be exposed to a wide variety of medical, surgical and emergency cases. This enables you to build clinical confidence quickly while working within a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will work with our award-winning clinical guidelines, designed to support pragmatic, evidence-based decision making where patient welfare is always the priority. We maintain high clinical standards while encouraging a culture where learning is shared openly in a safe, non-judgemental environment.

We recognise the importance of wellbeing within the veterinary profession. Our hospitals have dedicated wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders who promote a culture of openness and support. As winners of the BVA Wellbeing Awards, we are committed to creating a workplace where you feel safe, supported and valued.

The shift pattern is predominantly Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, supporting a strong work life balance. You will also take part in the evening and weekend rota, which typically includes:

• approximately one evening per week for emergency calls and inpatient care only
• one weekend every six weeks, with time off in lieu provided.

About the hospital

The Blue Cross Victoria hospital has been in operation since its opening in 1906, remaining steadfast in its commitment to helping pets and their owners in need.

Equipped with state-of-the-art veterinary facilities, you will be joining a hospital that spans six floors with six consultation rooms, two theatres, four minor procedure rooms and a laboratory. We are also lucky to have an ambulance service dedicated to transporting animals to and from the hospital.

Victoria is a 24‑hour hospital with a dedicated night team, allowing for much desired case continuity. You will take an active part in our team development days, where once a month we provide emergency services only, allowing time for in‑house cadaver training, case discussions and team meetings. Please note that whilst this role is based at Victoria, you will be required to travel to our other London hospitals.

About you

You will be an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon with a compassionate approach to both animals and their owners. You will be confident communicating with colleagues and clients, and motivated to deliver excellent care.

You will have some experience in small animal or mixed practice, and be comfortable managing a varied caseload, including emergency and critical care cases.

With a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to make a difference, you will embody Blue Cross values and contribute to our culture of compassion, courage, and inclusivity.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
• Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience
• Sole charge experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Englis

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• UK small animal or mixed practice experience
• Full UK driving licence

If you're looking to join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of pets and their owners, this is an ideal opportunity to expand your experience and make a real difference.

Blue Cross benefits

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.

In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
• Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
• Health cash plan
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
• Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.
• Life assurance
• 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Recognition scheme
• Annual volunteer days
• Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the ‘why work for us’ page on our website.