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12 Month FTC Small Animal Vet Opportunity in Lancashire

  • Location

    Lancashire

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Surgeon

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Salary:

    The practice offers a competitive salary in the range of £40,000 – £60,000, depending on experience.

  • Contact:

    Holly Walsh

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01423 701321

  • Job ref:

    JN-062025-32415

  • Published:

    5 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-07-10

Job Title: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - 12-month FTC

Location: East Lancashire

The client is seeking a dedicated Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their team on a 12-month FTC. This is a full-time position, with flexible working options open for discussion.

Rota:

  • Full-time vets involved in the out-of-hours service work a variation of 3, 4, and 5-day weeks throughout the 8-week rolling rota.

  • The practice's weekend OOH rota is 1.5 in 8, with generous time off in lieu given.

  • Vets would be on-call approximately 1 night every other week, with the following day off.

Key Reasons to Apply:

  • The practice has a large, varied team including certificate holders in medicine, dentistry, and ECC.

  • The practice provides 24-hour care for clients and inpatients with dedicated night RVNs.

  • A varied high caseload allows for progression in many areas of veterinary practice.

  • The practice provides a supportive workplace, with several qualified GDP mentors, mental health first aiders, and well-being champions.

  • The practice works closely with the University of Central Lancashire as a training practice and is a registered nurse training facility.

  • The practice values work-life balance and fosters a supportive and friendly team environment. They regularly participate in social events and charity activities.

  • This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to contribute to a dedicated team, gain varied experience, and further their career.

The Salary & Benefits:

  • The practice offers a competitive salary in the range of £40,000 – £60,000, depending on experience.

  • The practice actively encourages CPD and further education, with a generous £1700 CPD budget and 5 paid days off per annum (pro rata).

  • RCVS membership and VDS cover are provided, plus two other subscriptions/memberships.

  • Holidays are 6.6 weeks a year, including Bank Holidays (Pro Rata), with a holiday buy-back scheme.

  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

  • 1 paid day volunteering leave, pro rata.

  • Corporate gym membership for £22.50/month and participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.

  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay.

  • Private medical insurance is available through group payroll deduction.

  • Team pets are welcome, subject to good behaviour.

More About The Practice

The practice is part of a larger network and has been established since 1911, providing high-quality, first-opinion veterinary care to small animals in the stunning area of East Lancashire. The practice is well-equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound machine, flexible and rigid endoscopy, two surgical theatres with multiparameter monitors, and a dental suite with a dental x-ray machine.

Job Reference No: JN-062025-32415