Veterinary Surgeon - Where positive changes happen!

Vets for Pets; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £45k–£60k pro rata

33 days annual leave

Funded CPD

Overtime paid

Paid breaks

Income protection

Private healthcare

Professional fees paid

Employee discounts 20%

Job summary

Vets4Pets in West Lancashire is seeking a General Practice Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing practice. The role offers 30–40 hours per week with a set shift pattern and no out-of-hours duties, supported by a strong nursing team and modern facilities.

You will continue to deliver high-standard care across a collaborative team, with opportunities to engage in varied procedures and client communication, in a practice that values relationships and work–life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Surgeon in a general practice.
• Ability to work 30–40 hours per week and participate in a 1 in 4 weekend rota.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for companion animals.
• Collaborate with a team to support patient care and client communication.
• Adhere to clinic protocols and maintain patient records.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive work–life balance and supportive work environment.

Job description

General Practice Veterinary Surgeon

West Lancashire, UK | 30–40 hours per week | No OOH

Are you looking to settle into a practice where you can build lasting relationships with both your clients and your team? Do you want to work in a practice where your voice is heard, and positive change genuinely happens?

If so, why not join our growing practice?

About Us

We are a growing, independent-minded practice that opened in summer 2016 and have built our client base from zero to over 4,000 active clients. We’re proud to offer modern facilities with all the equipment you would expect from a high-quality general practice, including dental radiography and laparoscopy.

Our close knit team includes four vets, a practice manager, a head nurse with a dedicated nursing team (including student nurses and veterinary care assistants), and a client care manager with a supportive reception team. We’re proud of our low staff turnover and positive work environment. Due to the growth within the practice we are now looking for a fifth vet to join us!

Our team offer fantastic support for all the colleagues and our experienced nurse team ensure you will have everything you need to provide the best care possible. They run a range of chargeable clinics and perform a variety of Schedule 2 procedures, allowing vets to focus on clinical decision making and case continuity.

We’re honest enough to say we aren’t perfect - but we are always trying to be better. We actively work towards maintaining a healthy work–life balance and creating an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable speaking up. We don’t want problems taken home at the end of the day, and we genuinely welcome ideas on how we can improve - both clinically and non clinically.

Our growth has been built on strong, trusting relationships with our clients and their pets. We work to a high standard while remaining pragmatic and compassionate, always helping clients make the right decisions for them and their animals.

About You

We’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who values relationships and enjoys being part of a team. You don’t have to be best friends with everyone - but feeling comfortable, supported, and respected at work matters to us.

You’ll be joining an experienced vet team so you don’t need to be a top level surgeon. We’re happy to support you in building confidence and developing your skills. With a large, capable nursing team, we’re looking for someone who respects their knowledge and works collaboratively to get the best outcomes.

You’ll have a positive, methodical approach to your day, with the ability to manage time and priorities sensibly. We don’t want someone who works themselves into the ground - because if you crack, nobody wins. We want someone who loves being a vet and understands the demands of the role, but also recognises there’s more to life than work.

Building trusting relationships with clients is key. Whether you’re discussing a vaccination plan or catching up on how their child did at school, those small connections matter. We believe that bond is crucial to high quality veterinary care.

The Role

• 30–40 hours per week
• Set shift pattern including 1 in 4 weekends sole charge, with some weekday rota flexibility to make it work for everyone
• Practice hours:
  • Weekdays: 08:30 – 19:30
  • Saturday: 09:00 – 16:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00
• No out of hours (covered by a local independent 24 hour hospital)

The Perks

• £45,000 – £60,000 pro rata (experience dependent)
• 33 days annual leave
• Funded CPD (certificates considered)
• Overtime paid for hours worked above contract
• Paid breaks
• Income protection after 1 year’s service
• AXA private healthcare (small employee contribution)
• RCVS / BVA / BSAVA / VDS paid
• 20% discount across Vets4Pets, Pets at Home, and The Groom Room

Location: L40 8AD

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!