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​Excellent Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in Essex

  • Location

    Clacton-on-Sea

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Surgeon

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Salary:

    Up to £60,000 p/a (DOE)

  • Contact:

    Holly Walsh

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01423 701321

  • Job ref:

    JN-032025-26094

  • Published:

    10 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-10-18

​Excellent Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in the Clacton-on-Sea area of Essex. The client is seeking a dedicated and passionate small animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse team, contributing to a positive work environment that prioritises providing exceptional care for pets.

The Role:

  • The role will be primarily based at the main site in Little Clacton.

  • This larger practice boasts impressive facilities, including an on-site lab, x-ray machine, ultrasound, large operating facilities, and separate cat and dog wards.

Key Details:

  • Working 4/5 days a week and 1 in 3 Saturdays

  • Some flexibility with rota/hours

  • 1 or more operation days per week

  • Minimum 15-minute consults, longer ones can be scheduled

  • Support in pursuing a certificate for the right candidate

The Team:

The successful candidate will be joining a full-time team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Nurses, Animal Care Assistants, and Receptionists. The practice prides itself on its supportive team and management and is a training practice for Veterinary Nurses

About The Area:

The practice is located in Clacton, a beautiful seaside town in Essex, surrounded by beautiful villages and local amenities. Clacton is easily accessible from surrounding areas such as Colchester and offers a regular train connection to London.

More About the Practice:

The veterinary practice is a well-equipped and established RCVS-accredited centre with two busy branches. The practice is recognised for delivering excellent veterinary care and offering a family-friendly service. The practice has been awarded a 2* Outstanding award in the Best Companies Awards 2024 and has been named a winner of the National Wellbeing Initiative Award for December 2023. This recognition underscores the practice's dedication to promoting employee health and happiness.

Benefits:

  • Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, reflective of skills and experience

  • 6.6 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday ,including bank holidays

  • £1750 CPD (pro rata) allowance per annum

  • Certificates supported

  • Health Shield - wide-ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments

  • RCVS Membership paid

  • Two other membership subscriptions

  • VDS cover

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

  • Discounted veterinary fees

  • My Perks – offers, discounts, and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment,t and much more

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • CPD/training support

  • Company sick pay

  • Colleague engagement survey

  • Annual pay reviews

  • Focus on employee wellbeing

  • Career progression opportunities

Job Reference No: JN-032025-26094

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference, the client encourages you to apply!