Job Description

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon (Part-Time)
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary: Up to £62,000 FTE (based on 40 hours, dependent on experience)
Hours: 30 hours per week (flexible working options available)

Part-Time Veterinary Surgeon Job in Leicester – Flexible Hours & Work-Life Balance

A well-established, community-focused veterinary practice in Leicester is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly and supportive team. This role is ideal for a vet looking for flexible working hours, strong clinical support, and an excellent work-life balance.

About the Role

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of 9 experienced veterinary surgeons, supported by a highly skilled nursing team. The role offers flexibility in working patterns, including school hours, shorter shifts, or set days, allowing the individual to tailor their schedule to suit personal commitments.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a first opinion practice with a varied caseload and access to modern diagnostic tools, enabling the delivery of high-quality veterinary care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical care across consultations, medical cases, and routine/non-routine surgeries
• Interpret diagnostic results and make informed clinical decisions
• Manage cases effectively, including treatment planning and ongoing care
• Collaborate with colleagues and external specialists where appropriate
• Support and mentor junior team members and graduate vets
• Maintain excellent client communication and patient care standards

About the Practice

The practice is located in a desirable market town in Leicestershire and is known for its supportive, community-driven approach. It offers a diverse caseload and operates a 24-hour out-of-hours service, alongside advanced diagnostic imaging capabilities.

Facilities include:

• Ultrasound
• Digital X-ray
• In-house laboratory
• Comprehensive diagnostic imaging

The practice also actively supports local animal charities, including Cats Protection, Prickleback Urchin Hedgehog Rescue, Neville’s Nest Guinea Pig Rescue, and Leicester Animal Rescue.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon registered with the RCVS
• Strong clinical decision-making skills and diagnostic abilities
• Confident in consultations, medical workups, and surgical procedures
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented with a collaborative and positive attitude
• Passion for mentoring and supporting less experienced colleagues

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £62,000 FTE (DOE)
• 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Generous CPD allowance (internal and external funded opportunities)
• Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Relocation support available
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Regular team social events

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking veterinary practice that values flexibility, professional development, and team wellbeing. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive environment, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, making it an ideal next step for a veterinary professional seeking both career progression and lifestyle flexibility.

Apply now to join a thriving veterinary team in Leicester and take the next step in your veterinary career.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to w.kovach-ward@purovets.com  

You can also WhatsApp me on 07851 060654 as I'm always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities!

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ 

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-57725