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Opportunity for a dynamic and proactive Small Animal Vet

  • Location

    Reading

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Surgeon

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Salary:

    Competitive Salary and Benefits

  • Contact:

    Holly Walsh

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01423 701321

  • Job ref:

    JN-052025-32279

  • Published:

    about 1 month ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-10-18

Our client is looking for a dynamic and proactive Veterinary Surgeon with solid all-around skills. The ideal candidate will have a positive can-do attitude, be passionate about customer service, and be ready to embrace all aspects of the role to deliver excellent patient and client care.

Job Details:

  • Full-time position with 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday 09:00-19:00 with a 1-hour lunch break)

  • 1 in 4 Saturdays (09:00-18:00) with no out-of-hours shifts

About the Practice:

The practice is based in the busy Brunel Retail Park, easily accessible from Reading centre by bus or car, with the M4 nearby and ample on-site parking. It benefits from a variety of cases and a loyal client base, dealing typically with 1st opinion cases including Orthopaedic and Laparoscopic surgeries. The surgery is well-equipped to industry-leading standards and includes facilities for Ultrasound, Digital X-Rays, Diathermy, Cautery, Acupuncture, Multi-parameter machine, In-house Biochem, and Haematology machines.

The Team:

The new colleague will be joining a team of 3 Vets, 2 RVNs, 3 SVNs, 2 VCAs, and 4 Receptionists. The practice owner, a Veterinary Surgeon with over 15 years in the industry, fosters a welcoming and supportive environment.

Job Highlights:

  • Competitive salary depending on experience

  • Saturdays are 1 in 4 with no out-of-hours shifts

  • A supportive and friendly working environment with mental first aiders on hand

  • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

  • Funded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and time off

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS, BVA)

  • Exclusive company discounts and rewards

The practice is committed to public education and animal welfare, operating extended hours for flexibility and accessibility. With a large team of experienced professionals, it offers diverse experience opportunities in handling a high volume of patients.

Job Reference No: JN-052025-32279

Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!​