Zero Hours Veterinary Surgeon - Grimsby Animal Hospital
Application Deadline: 28 June 2026
Department: Veterinary Services
Employment Type: Zero Hours
Location: Grimsby animal hospital
Reporting To: Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Compensation: £35.00 - £45.00 / hour
Description
Contract: Zero Hours Contract
Salary: Weekdays: £35/Hr / Weekend days: £40/Hr / Nights: £45/Hr
Location: Grimsby, DN32 7SH
Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026
Interviews: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received
We believe veterinary care should reach those who need it most - regardless of circumstance. As a Veterinary Surgeon with us, you won’t just be practicing medicine; you’ll be making a meaningful impact on vulnerable animals and the communities that depend on them.
More about the role
Veterinary Surgeons at Blue Cross are exposed to a wide variety of medical, surgical and emergency cases, enabling rapid development of skills and confidence in general practice.
Our Grimsby Animal Hospital is state-of-the-art and modern, equipped with extensive onsite facilities to support your work. Explore our facilities and meet some of the team by watching our video tour!
Blue Cross has developed an award-winning set of clinical guidelines to assist our vets in pragmatic, evidence-based decision making, where patient welfare is a priority. High standards are important to us, but so is the ability to discuss openly where lessons have been learnt, within a safe, non-judgmental environment.
We recognise that we work within a profession where compassion fatigue is a risk to us all. We have wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders at all hospitals, coordinating a range of initiatives and promoting a culture of openness and support within the team. As winners of the British Veterinary Association’ (BVA) Wellbeing Awards, we are passionate about providing you with a safe and supportive workplace.
About the hospital
The range of work our teams carry out goes above and beyond what is offered in first opinion private practice, and we offer a high-quality working environment with facilities including digital X-Ray, ultrasound and endoscopy in our purpose-built hospital. Our vets have a wealth of experience and are more than happy to share their knowledge and help you develop your clinical skills.
About you
This role offers a supportive and collaborative environment for veterinary professionals seeking a nurturing workplace to develop their skills. If you’re looking for a position where you can continue to grow with strong professional support, mentoring and a shared commitment to high-quality care, Blue Cross could be the employer for you!
With a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to make a difference, you'll embody our Blue Cross values and contribute to our culture of compassion, courage, and inclusivity.
Essential qualifications, skills, and experience
* Member of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
* Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
If you're looking to join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of pets and their owners, this is an ideal opportunity to expand your experience and make a real difference.
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
* Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
* Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
* Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
* Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
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