We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in the beautiful seaside town of Leigh-on-Sea on a Fixed term contract up to 12 Months. This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet who is keen to develop their skills within a busy, well-equipped practice, supported by a highly experienced and welcoming team. The role includes: • Full-time position with a 4-day working week • Fixed day off to support a great work-life balance • 1 in 3 Saturdays • Participation in a shared OOH and Bank Holiday rota at our 24-hour Southend hospital, with a minimal and well-supported OOH commitment • A varied and busy caseload to help build your clinical experience Our team: You’ll be working alongside: • 2 experienced veterinary surgeons who are keen to support and mentor • 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) • 5 Client Care Assistants (CCAs) About the practice: Our clinic is well-equipped and offers a great caseload, giving you exposure to a wide variety of cases and the opportunity to grow in confidence and capability. Why Leigh-on-Sea? Leigh is a vibrant seaside town with a fantastic community feel, independent shops, and great places to eat and relax by the coast. It also has excellent transport links into London, giving you the best of both worlds both inside and outside of work. This is a great opportunity for a vet who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and looking to build their experience within a busy, welcoming practice. Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we offer: Health and wellbeing Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support Life Assurance 3 x salary Annual leave 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you Learning and development £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid leave per year Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and our 24-hour hospitals Funded certificates and internal career pathways Additional support RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available Sabbatical options based on length of service Lifestyle Cycle to Work Season Ticket loans Discounts on Medivet products and services About you You’re a qualified MRCVS with a passion for clinical excellence and client care. You’re a team player who wants to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you. What you’ll be doing Typically, in this role, you’ll: Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance Develop tailored treatment plans with clients Work collaboratively within a supportive team Share your skills and support our Medivet communities’ development