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The role
Veterinary Surgeon | Independent Small Animal Practice | Suffolk Salary: £38,000 - £75,000 DOE Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Send your CV in confidence to scott@redsector.co.uk to find out more about this exceptional opportunity. At Red Sector Recruitment, we're proud to be partnering with one of Suffolk's most respected independent veterinary practices as they look to welcome a Veterinary Surgeon into their growing team. This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely independent practice that has built an outstanding reputation for clinical excellence, investment in its people, and providing an exceptional standard of patient care. The practice is situated within a beautiful and well-connected Suffolk village, offering the perfect balance between countryside living and convenient access to major towns, cities, the coast, and transport links across the East of England and beyond. If you're looking for a role where you can continue developing as a clinician whilst being surrounded by highly experienced colleagues, advanced facilities, and a supportive culture, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Why This Practice Stands Out Unlike many first-opinion practices, this team manages an extensive range of cases in-house thanks to the depth of expertise available across the clinical team. You'll be working alongside experienced certificate holders and advanced practitioners with expertise spanning: Ophthalmology Soft Tissue Surgery Orthopaedics Internal Medicine Diagnostic Imaging Emergency and Critical Care The team's collective knowledge and excellent facilities mean very few cases need to be referred externally, creating fantastic opportunities for ongoing clinical exposure and learning. Whether you're looking to develop your surgical skills, improve your diagnostic confidence, or pursue a particular area of interest, you'll be surrounded by clinicians who actively enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues. A Truly Supportive Clinical Environment Collaboration sits at the heart of the practice. Clinical discussions, case reviews, and knowledge sharing form part of everyday life, ensuring that no one ever feels isolated when managing challenging cases. The team has fostered a culture where questions are encouraged, ideas are valued, and professional growth is genuinely supported. You'll work alongside a highly skilled nursing team who play a central role in patient care, allowing vets to focus on delivering the highest possible clinical standards. The atmosphere is professional, supportive, and refreshingly free from corporate bureaucracy. Investment in Your Career One of the standout features of this practice is its commitment to developing its people. The leadership team firmly believes that investing in staff is key to maintaining clinical excellence and creating long-term career satisfaction. Benefits of joining include: Generous CPD allowance Certificates actively encouraged and funded Regular in-house clinical development and learning opportunities Access to experienced mentors and certificate holders Genuine opportunities to progress your career and pursue areas of special interest Supportive leadership team invested in your long-term success Whether you're an early-career vet looking to build confidence or an experienced clinician seeking further progression, you'll be given the tools, support, and encouragement to achieve your goals. Excellent Facilities The practice operates from a purpose-built site equipped with advanced technology and modern facilities designed to allow thorough case work-ups and high-quality patient care. Facilities include: CT imaging Endoscopy Laparoscopy Advanced surgical suites Comprehensive in-house laboratory Modern diagnostic imaging equipment The result is an environment where clinicians can practice high-quality medicine and surgery without unnecessary limitations. The Role This position would suit a Veterinary Surgeon who has completed their VetGDP and is comfortable managing routine first-opinion caseloads whilst looking to further develop their skills. The role offers: A varied caseload A balanced mix of consulting and surgery Dedicated operating time Strong clinical support from experienced colleagues Exposure to more advanced and complex cases Working Pattern 4-day week Fixed day off Shared 1:6 weekend rota Weeknight on-call commitment of 4 nights every 6 weeks Structured support from experienced vets and nursing teams during out-of-hours periods Why Suffolk? The practice is located within a charming and well-connected Suffolk village that offers an enviable quality of life. The area combines picturesque countryside, excellent local amenities, beautiful market towns, stunning coastline, and easy transport links to larger regional centres and London. Whether you enjoy outdoor pursuits, coastal escapes, vibrant food scenes, or simply a slower pace of life outside work, Suffolk offers an exceptional place to live and build a long-term career. Benefits Salary £38,000 - £75,000 DOE 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays RCVS and VDS fees paid Generous CPD support Funded certificates Company pension Visa sponsorship available Relocation support available for the right candidate Ready to Learn More? Opportunities like this within truly independent, clinically progressive practices are becoming increasingly rare. If you're looking to join a practice that values its people, invests heavily in career development, and provides access to an experienced team with advanced clinical expertise, we'd love to speak with you. For a confidential conversation or to apply, please send your CV to scott@redsector.co.uk
