Job Description
Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal – 4-Day Week – No OOHs – Essex
A well-established small animal practice in Essex, England is looking to welcome a Veterinary Surgeon to their friendly and experienced team. This role is open to vets at various stages of their career, offering flexibility, strong clinical support, and a genuine focus on work–life balance.
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per year (dependent on experience)
Working Pattern:
* 40 hours per week
* 4-day week with a fixed day off
* 1:6 Saturday morning rota
* No out-of-hours
* Part-time and fixed-term contract options available
Who They Are
The practice has been part of the local community for over 75 years and is known for its welcoming culture and high standards of care. The team includes experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses who work collaboratively, making this a supportive environment for vets who enjoy shared learning and continuity of care.
The Role
* This position offers flexibility and can be shaped around the successful candidate’s experience and interests
* A varied small animal caseload
* A balanced mix of consulting and operating days
* Routine surgeries with scope to develop further clinical interests
* A structured and predictable rota to support forward planning
* Opportunities to grow clinically within a progressive, well-equipped practice
* Vets looking for full-time, part-time, or fixed-term work are all encouraged to apply.
Who They’re Looking For
* A Veterinary Surgeon registered with the RCVS (or holding an RCVS-recognised qualification)
* Open to vets with differing levels of post-graduate experience
* Confidence with consultations and routine procedures (with support available where needed)
* A professional, client-focused approach to patient and client care
Facilities
* Multiple consulting rooms
* Dedicated surgical theatre
* X-ray and ultrasound
* Endoscopy equipment
* Separate exotics ward
What You’ll Gain
* 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays
* Birthday leave
* RCVS and VDS fees paid
* Funded external CPD and access to a comprehensive online CPD platform
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Employer pension contribution and life assurance
* Enhanced sickness pay and enhanced equal family leave
* Salary sacrifice schemes (electric car and cycle to work)
* Employee wellbeing support including EAP, eyecare vouchers, and annual flu jab
* Staff discount schemes
What’s Next
Apply now or contact Ciaran Drew at ciaran.drew@gvcvets.com or 01392 793241 for a confidential discussion.