Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon Location : Colchester, Essex Hours: Full-time (40 hours, 4-day week) or part-time options available Practice: Colne Valley Veterinary Practice Salary: £60,000–£70,000 per annum, depending on experience Colne Valley Veterinary Practice offers the opportunity to work in a well-equipped, purpose-built small animal practice with a collaborative team and the clinical freedom to manage cases properly. Your development, interests and work-life balance are just as valued as your expertise. With exposure to exotics and a balanced mix of consulting and surgery across the week, this role is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to continue developing within a supportive, experienced team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build further clinical confidence as well as explore areas of interest and enjoy a structured rota with no out-of-hours commitments. Why join us? • Work a structured 4-day week with a fixed day off and no out-of-hours work • Enjoy a varied small animal and exotics caseload • Benefit from a balanced rota with dedicated consulting and theatre days • Deliver high-quality care using excellent facilities including ultrasound, digital x-ray and multiple endoscopy systems • Be part of a collaborative team that values clinical discussion, learning and professional development • Build strong relationships with clients through continuity of care The team and practice Colne Valley Veterinary Practice has been caring for the pets of Colchester and the surrounding community for more than 75 years. Our Colchester site is a purpose-built small animal practice with five consulting rooms, a dedicated surgical theatre and a separate exotics ward with up to date and modern equipment. Within our four-day working week, we aim to provide every vet with a balanced rota of two consulting days and two theatre days, supporting development as a confident and capable all-round clinician while still encouraging individual clinical interests. You’ll work alongside a friendly and experienced team of vets, nurses and support colleagues who enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting each other day-to-day. The team includes vets with special interests in imaging and exotics, as well as a colleague currently studying towards a surgical certificate. The practice is well equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy facilities, enabling you to diagnose and manage cases to a high clinical standard. We also have a nearby branch practice in Wivenhoe providing consults, helping us maintain strong relationships with clients across the local community. Located in Britain’s oldest recorded town, Colchester offers the perfect balance of city access, countryside and coast. With easy access to London by train, and some beautiful coastline just a short drive away, it’s an ideal location for work and lifestyle balance. What we’re looking for • RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon • Confident managing routine consultations and surgical procedures • A collaborative team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues • Passion for delivering excellent clinical care and client experience • Interest in developing clinical interests such as exotics is welcomed • A minimum of 3-5 years UK experience an advantage, but not essential. What we offer 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave RCVS and VDS fees paid External CPD funded Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay and Enhanced equal family leave E-car salary sacrifice scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme Wellness program including: Employee assistance program, Eyecare voucher scheme, and Free annual Flu jab Cycle to work scheme Colne Valley Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. If you would like to apply for the role or for an informal chat to discuss it further, please get in touch with Joanne in the recruitment team at joanne.gray@linnaeusgroup.co.uk LI-CS1 LI-Onsite Salary Value: £60,000-£70,000 per annum; Salary Description: depending on experience;