Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon – Fixed Term Contract (Up to 12 Months)

Full-Time | Essex | Salary up to £65,000 DOE | Visa Sponsorship Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and supportive small animal practice in a thriving seaside town in Essex on a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months.

This role is ideal for a vet with at least 12 months of UK veterinary experience who is looking to further develop their clinical skills within a busy, well-equipped veterinary practice supported by an experienced and welcoming team.

The successful candidate will benefit from exposure to a varied caseload, excellent mentorship, and genuine opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment focused on high standards of patient and client care.

The Role

This full-time Veterinary Surgeon position offers an excellent work-life balance and includes:

• A 4-day working week
• Fixed days off for consistency and flexibility
• 1 in 3 Saturdays
• Participation in a shared out-of-hours (OOH) and Bank Holiday rota at a nearby sister 24-hour veterinary hospital
• Minimal and well-supported OOH commitment
• Access to a varied and busy caseload to support clinical development and confidence-building

The Veterinary Team

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will work alongside an experienced and supportive clinical team, including:

• 2 experienced Veterinary Surgeons committed to mentoring and development
• 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• 5 Client Care Assistants (CCAs)

This collaborative environment provides excellent peer support and opportunities to grow clinically.

About the Practice

Located in a vibrant seaside town in Essex, this well-equipped veterinary practice offers a diverse caseload and modern facilities, enabling vets to gain hands-on experience across a wide variety of medical and surgical cases.

The practice prides itself on delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a positive, team-focused culture where professional growth is actively encouraged.

Why Join This Practice?

Situated in a welcoming coastal community, the location offers an excellent lifestyle balance with:

• Beautiful seaside surroundings
• Independent shops, cafés, and restaurants
• A strong local community feel
• Excellent transport links into London, providing easy access to city life while enjoying coastal living

This opportunity is perfect for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking to develop their experience within a busy, supportive, and forward-thinking practice.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be a qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon
• Have a minimum of 12 months’ UK veterinary experience
• Demonstrate a passion for clinical excellence and patient care
• Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Enjoy building relationships with clients and colleagues

Key Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities in this Veterinary Surgeon role include:

• Delivering exceptional clinical care during consultations and surgery
• Providing high standards of patient care in line with professional and operational standards
• Developing tailored treatment plans in partnership with clients
• Working collaboratively within a supportive veterinary team
• Contributing positively to a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence

Salary & Benefits

This opportunity offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000 DOE, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance at 3x salary

Annual Leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service
• An additional paid ‘Day for You’

Learning & Development

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days annually
• Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD, and 24-hour hospitals
• Funded certificates and structured internal career pathways

Professional Support

• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available

Lifestyle Benefits

• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loans
• Staff Discount scheme

If you’re a Veterinary Surgeon in Essex looking for a supportive team, excellent development opportunities, and a role that offers genuine work-life balance, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Apply today to take the next step in a rewarding 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 us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are 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-58328