An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving and fast-growing practice in Kennington, South London. With a high surgical caseload and an experienced senior vet leading the team, this role is ideal for a GP vet looking to enhance their surgical skills while working in a dynamic, well-equipped environment.
About the Role:
- This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious vet looking to develop their career in a supportive and progressive practice.
- This role offers a great rota with alternate Mondays and Fridays off, 1 day per week totalling 10 hours, and the other 3 weekdays are 8 hours.
- The weekend rotation is 1:4 branch Saturdays and 1:10 hospital Sundays
- Plus up to 2 bank holidays per year.
- No on-call responsibilities
- High Surgical Caseload & Diagnostic Opportunities
- This position is ideal for a confident GP vet who thrives in a busy, fast-paced clinic and enjoys surgical and emergency cases.
The Practice:
- Well-equipped practice with ultrasound facilities, perfect for those with an interest in diagnostic imaging
- A fast-paced environment, ideal for a vet comfortable handling emergency cases and a large GP caseload
- Independent working skills are important due to the two-floor layout of the practice
- Comprehensive Team Support
- Work alongside a highly skilled senior vet, RVNs, dedicated trainee nurses, and excellent reception support
- Clinical and operational support from a dedicated regional manager and experienced regional head vet
- Referral and OOH backup from a 24-hour Hospital for complex cases
- Located in a bustling, well-connected area of South London that offers both a thriving veterinary practice and an exciting city lifestyle.
About the Group: With over 70 years of experience, this veterinary group operates 44 branches, three hospitals, and a nurse training college. They are committed to fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace, offering:
- Colleague Forum to ensure employees’ voices are heard
- Monthly Town Hall meetings with board directors
- Live Q&A sessions and real-time updates
- Mental Health First Aid training for all senior managers
- Wellness Plans for all new starters
The Benefits:
- Salary: £45,000 – £58,000 (FTE), depending on experience and room for growth
- Annual Leave: 6.6 weeks, including bank holidays
- Relocation Assistance (where applicable)
- CPD Support: Annual budget plus 5 days’ paid CPD leave
- Private Medical Healthcare Insurance
- Medical Cashback Plan covering routine costs such as dental, physiotherapy, and optician fees
- Professional Membership Fees Covered
- Employee Discounts & Shopping Perks
- Colleague Introduction Reward Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health Support
Ref: JN -102024-32088