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Veterinary Surgeon

J481612 Chesterfield East Midlands £36K - £65K / Year

Small Animal Vet Independent Practice, 3 Sites

Chestefield | £36,000£65,000 | Full-time, with flexible on-call

We're working with a well-established independent small animal practice looking to expand their team with a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon. If you're seeking a role that balances professional development, genuine support, and work-life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity.

The Practice

• Independent, 3-site first-opinion practice owned by 2 practicing directors
• Team of 10 vets (including certificate holders in ultrasound & surgery, plus one working towards dermatology)
• 15 RVNs plus SVNs at each site experienced, highly capable nursing support
• Standard modern facilities across all practices
• Varied caseload: mainly small animals, with occasional wildlife and exotics
• Provides their own out-of-hours care with a fair rota and strong incentives

The Role

• Position: Small Animal Vet (ideally 2+ years' experience)
• Hours: 4 days per week (8:307:00)
• OOH: 1 weeknight and 1 weekend in 5 manageable, with paid bonuses per case (£75 consult, £175 consult + surgery, plus £250 bonus)
• Weekend: 1 in 5 Saturday mornings (optional full weekend on-call if preferred)
• Sole charge: Required for OOH and Saturday mornings
• Development: CPD budget of £1,000 (flexible), certificates encouraged and supported

Package & Benefits

• Salary between £36,000£65,000, depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + birthday off (plus Bank Holidays, only 12 worked per year)
• Free on-site parking at all locations
• CPD flexibility to suit your career ambitions
• Supportive, experienced team with certificate holders to learn from

Location

The practices are based in a well-connected area with good transport links, making commuting straightforward. You'll also enjoy the benefit of on-site parking and a pleasant local community with plenty of amenities.

Why Apply?

This role is perfect for a vet seeking the stability and support of an independent practice while still enjoying modern facilities, certificate opportunities, and a fair approach to out-of-hours. You'll join a friendly, knowledgeable team who genuinely value work-life balance.

Interested?

Apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.