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Small Animal Vet Role - 4 day week with only 1:4 Saturday Mornings

  • Location

    Stockton-on-Tees

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Nurse

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Salary:

    Up to £65,000 p/a (DOE)

  • Contact:

    Holly Walsh

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01423 701321

  • Job ref:

    JN-032025-26993

  • Published:

    about 24 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-07-26

​Our client is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for providing quality, affordable healthcare to pets. The successful candidate will be joining a rapidly growing group of independent, family-owned practices and a fantastic team of vets, RVNs, VCAs, and front-of-house Care Coordinators.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Working 4 days per week from 08:30-19:00.

  • Providing a mix of consulting and theatre duties, with daily administration time factored in.

  • Participating in a 1:4 Saturday morning rota from 08:30-13:00 (this will increase as the clinic and vet team continue to grow).

  • No out-of-hours work.

  • Ensuring a fear-free, centred approach to pet healthcare.

Being Part Of A Team:

  • Quarterly ‘fun budget’ for the team to socialise outside of work.

  • Summer and Christmas group social events.

  • Ad hoc trips to Nice & Monaco for CPD, plus a chance for team members to win a trip to the North American Vet Congress.

Salary: They are offering a competitive salary of up to £65,000 p/a reflective of skills and experience

Benefits:

  • 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (Good Friday worked but day in lieu given).

  • Private Medical Insurance including Employee Assistance Programme access.

  • £1000 standard CPD allowance with scope to study toward certificates.

  • Fear Free training and accreditation as standard.

  • Day off for your birthday.

  • Two days off to work for a local charity of your choice.

  • Workplace pension scheme.

  • Free Total Wellness Plans for your own pets – 25% discount off subsequent plans and all other treatments.

  • RCVS and VDS fees paid.

More About the Practice:

This is a comprehensive veterinary practice offering a wide range of medical and surgical services. The practice is equipped with modern facilities, including an in-house lab, digital x-ray, and ultrasound. A team of seasoned veterinary surgeons, supported by a group of nurses and administrative staff, ensures high-quality care. The practice operates on a flexible schedule, promoting work-life balance. Continuous professional development is a priority, with regular in-house training and support for external courses.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please quote Job Reference No JN-032025-26993.