Job Description

GP Veterinary Surgeon – County Durham

Salary: Up to £55,000 pro rata DOE + Excellent Benefits

Why Join?

✔ Competitive salary up to £55,000 pro rata, increasing with experience and qualifications
✔ Flexible working options available with a full-time role and adaptable hours to suit work-life balance
✔ No out-of-hours requirements thanks to a dedicated OOH team, plus only a 1 in 6 weekend rota
✔ Excellent career development and certificate support with experienced certificate holders across multiple disciplines
✔ Well-equipped small animal practice including advanced diagnostic facilities and a CT scanner pending installation

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a GP Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established and progressive small animal practice in County Durham. This role would suit a friendly, motivated vet looking to work in a supportive environment where clinical standards, team wellbeing, and professional development are genuinely prioritised.

The practice welcomes veterinary surgeons with additional interests or qualifications in areas such as Surgery, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, or other disciplines, although these are not essential. Whether the successful candidate is looking to further develop an existing interest, pursue a certificate, or simply enjoy a rewarding GP caseload with a healthier work-life balance, they will be fully supported.

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will work alongside an experienced and collaborative team, including certificate holders in surgery, imaging, and medicine, within a modern, well-equipped practice. Advanced facilities are available to support excellent patient care, including an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy equipment, laparoscopic equipment, and a CT scanner pending installation.

Recently recognised as Employer of the Year, the practice prides itself on creating a supportive, progressive, and rewarding place to work where colleagues are encouraged to thrive both professionally and personally.

What They’re Looking For

The practice is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon who is:

• MRCVS registered
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care
• Comfortable with routine consultations and general practice surgery
• A strong communicator who enjoys working collaboratively within a team
• Keen to continue learning and developing professionally

Veterinary Surgeons with additional clinical interests are encouraged to apply, although strong GP vets looking for a supportive environment will be equally welcomed.

Career Development

Professional development is actively encouraged, with excellent support available to help veterinary surgeons achieve their goals.

This includes:

• Generous CPD allowance (£1,750–£2,500 per annum)
• Certificate funding and support
• Access to experienced colleagues and certificate holders for mentorship
• Encouragement to pursue clinical interests and develop specialist skills
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment

The Rota

The practice understands the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

The role offers:

• Flexible working hours
• No OOH requirements, supported by a dedicated emergency team
• 1 in 6 weekend rota
• A collaborative and supportive working culture focused on wellbeing

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from:

• 6 weeks holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
• Professional memberships paid, including RCVS fees and additional subscriptions
• VDS cover paid
• Generous CPD budget and training support
• Health and wellbeing cash plan
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Retail, travel and entertainment discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company sick pay
• Annual pay reviews
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and colleague engagement

Interested?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a forward-thinking practice in County Durham that genuinely values its people, supports career progression, and offers flexibility alongside clinical excellence.

For a confidential conversation about the role, applications are welcomed today.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@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-58596