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Permanent Veterinary Surgeon - Derby

  • Location

    Derby

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Surgeon

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Start date:

    ASAP

  • End date:

    n/a

  • Salary:

    Up to £60,000 p/a (DOE)

  • Contact:

    Jackie Steca

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    JN -032025-32730

  • Published:

    14 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-07-06

An opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established, two-site small animal practice in Derby, working primarily at the one branch but with some shifts in the second branch, 8 miles apart.

About the Practice

This community-focused practice is committed to delivering a high standard of first-opinion care. The team consists of 8 experienced vets, supported by dedicated RVNs, SVNs, ACAs, and front-of-house staff. The practice includes a surgery certificate holder, as well as vets currently pursuing certificates in medicine and dentistry.

The Role

  • This full-time position involves working 40 hours over a four-day week
  • With weekend shifts on a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rotation (9:00-13:00).
  • Saturday mornings are not sole charge, as two vets work together.
  • The practice is open to part-time applications, offering flexibility for the right candidate.

The Candidate:

The role is ideal for a general practice vet who thrives in a friendly, supportive team and is keen to provide excellent patient care. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, well-equipped practice that values clinical excellence, professional growth, and employee well-being.

Benefits Package:

This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Salary up to £57,000 p/a, reflective of skills and experience
  • 33 days of paid holiday, including bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
  • £1,750 CPD allowance, with further support for training and career development
  • RCVS membership paid, plus two additional professional memberships
  • VDS cover
  • HealthShield – contributions towards health and wellbeing treatments, including dentistry and sports massage
  • Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay)
  • Employee discounts on veterinary fees
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Company sick pay
  • Annual pay reviews
  • Opportunities for career progression

Ref: JN -032025-32730

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