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Veterinary Surgeon

J865558 Guernsey South Coast £50K - £90K / Year

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established practice on the beautiful island of Guernsey, with the chance to play a key role in the development of a brand-new veterinary hospital opening in late 2026.

This is an ideal opportunity for a vet looking to combine an excellent quality of life with a genuinely rewarding clinical role. You'll become part of a close-knit, highly supportive team while benefiting from significant investment in facilities, equipment and professional development.

The Practice

The practice has become an integral part of the island community, providing high-quality first opinion care with both small animal and equine services. Due to continued growth and increasing demand, an exciting new hospital is currently under construction, representing a major investment in veterinary care on the island.

The new hospital will feature advanced diagnostic and surgical facilities, including:
CT scanner

• MRI
• Modern diagnostic imaging suite
• Comprehensive in-house laboratory
• Advanced surgical facilities
• Continued investment in new equipment as clinical needs evolve

The team currently consists of:

• 8+ Veterinary Surgeons
• 12 Registered Veterinary Nurses
• Veterinary Care Assistants
• Dedicated Hydrotherapist
• Experienced support staff committed to delivering exceptional patient care

The practice prides itself on maintaining a collaborative, family-oriented culture where everyone supports one another both professionally and personally. Staff retention is excellent, and the leadership team actively encourages career progression, clinical development and individual interests.

The Role

Applications are welcomed from experienced Veterinary Surgeons with three or more years' UK experience.

Whilst the ideal candidate will enjoy both small animal and equine work (approximately a 75:25 split), applications are also welcomed from experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons or Equine only Vets.

The practice offers genuine flexibility around working patterns, with roles tailored wherever possible to suit the successful applicant.

Typical full-time rota includes:

• Four-day working week (40 hours)
• 8:00am 6:30pm
• Protected lunch break plus additional breaks throughout the day
• 1 in 3 (typically 1 in 4) Saturday rota with time off in lieu
• Shared weekend on-call rota with generous time off before and after
• Minimal sole charge responsibilities
• Flexibility to tailor the balance of consultations and surgery around individual interests

Why Guernsey?

Living and working in Guernsey offers an enviable lifestyle, combining outstanding career opportunities with beautiful surroundings and a welcoming community.

Whether you're enjoying coastal walks, water sports, excellent restaurants or the island's vibrant social calendar, including popular seafront events, live music evenings and community festivals, there is a genuine sense of work-life balance that is difficult to replicate elsewhere.

With short commuting times, stunning beaches on your doorstep and a friendly community atmosphere, Guernsey continues to attract veterinary professionals looking for a better pace of life without compromising on clinical standards.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is excited by the prospect of contributing to the next chapter of a growing practice.

Whether you're seeking greater clinical freedom, a more varied caseload, the opportunity to pursue a certificate or simply a lifestyle change in one of the UK's most beautiful locations, this role offers a unique opportunity to achieve all of the above.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch today.