Leonard Brothers Vets are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. This role offers a supportive practice environment with a flexible rota and the ability to balance consulting with surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
* Perform consults and surgeries within the regular shift schedule.
* Manage 15‑minute consultation slots and coordinate catch‑up periods if a consult runs over.
* Document case notes, make phone calls, and discuss cases with fellow veterinarians.
Schedule
27.5 hours per week: two 8:30‑6:30 shifts and one 8:30‑5:30 shift. Limited out‑of‑hours evenings (6:30‑9:00 pm) and weekend shifts (8:30‑5:00 pm).
Qualifications
* Experienced veterinarian; a surgical certificate or bias is preferred.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across a diverse clinical team.
* Current registration with the Royal Veterinary College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
Our Practice and Culture
Our modern practice boasts state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a training environment with ample support for skill development. The team includes 14 veterinarians, most working part‑time, and experienced nursing and support staff. We provide opportunities for clinical discussion, social events, and connections with local referral practices.
Benefits & Development
* 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
* Additional leave entitlement for birthdays.
* Private medical insurance.
* Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential helpline).
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay).
* £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rata.
* Certificate support and access to the IVC Evidensia Academy.
* Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopedia.
* Research funding opportunities for vets and nurses.
* £1,250 annual Care Fund contribution.
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme.
* Quality Improvement Programme.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and will discuss reasonable adjustments.
Salary
£45,000 – £75,000 per year, salary determined by experience (DOE). Pro‑rated for part‑time.
Additional Information
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications and assessing responses. AI tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. If you would like more information about data processing, please contact us.
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