Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Ark (Burgess Hill), a single-branch first opinion practice with a strong reputation and loyal client base—many of whom are signed up to the practice’s Healthy Pet Club. You’ll work as part of a collaborative small animal team in a welcoming environment where clinical growth is genuinely valued.

The role is part-time with flexible hours to suit your needs. Participation in the Saturday morning rota is required. You’ll benefit from excellent work-life balance and the chance to develop your skills in a supportive setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide small animal first opinion veterinary care to a loyal clientele
• Work cases up thoroughly, supported by a capable nursing team
• Contribute to the Saturday morning rota as required
• Engage with the practice’s Healthy Pet Club members and their preventative care needs
• Collaborate with the Head Nurse and team of RVNs and patient care assistants

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon (RCVS registered)
• Experience in small animal practice preferred

Benefits

• Flexible part-time hours—discuss what works for you
• Salary up to £60,000 pro rata depending on experience
• Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)
• CPD and further studies actively encouraged; clinical growth is important to the practice
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays (or equivalent), with option to purchase up to 2 additional weeks per year
• Long Service Holiday: 1 extra day’s leave each year for your first 5 years
• Workplace pension scheme
• Mental health first aiders on site; employee wellbeing is a priority
• Maternity/Adoption Pay: 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay
• Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
• Cycle to Work scheme (save 25–39% on a bike and accessories)
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7, 365 days a year support for you and your immediate family
• Performance bonus scheme
• Save as You Earn (SAYE) scheme
• Internal career progression and transfers available across CVS’s network of over 500 practices

About the Practice

Ark Burgess Hill is a first opinion small animal practice serving the local community with a strong track record and loyal client base. The team includes a Head Nurse managing a group of RVNs and patient care assistants, creating a supportive environment for both clients and staff. The practice is part of CVS Group, one of the UK’s largest veterinary healthcare providers, which means access to extensive resources, professional development opportunities, and a nationwide network of practices.

CVS Group is committed to being a fully inclusive workplace where colleagues are encouraged to be themselves, difference is celebrated, and everyone can perform at their best. The organisation is dedicated to building a workforce representative of its diverse communities.