Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Chalfont St Peter, a thriving first opinion practice in a picturesque village location just outside London. Working on a part-time basis with an average 20.12-hour week, you’ll have genuine flexibility in how your days are structured—whether that’s a shorter Monday and full Wednesday, or full Wednesday and shorter Friday. The schedule includes a 1:3 branch Saturday morning rota and 1:8 hospital Sunday rotation, with one bank holiday per year at the sister hospital. Best of all, there are no on-call requirements.

You’ll always have another experienced vet working alongside you on your scheduled days—this is absolutely not a sole charge role. The practice benefits from a peaceful village setting with rural charm, yet sits just five minutes from Gerrards Cross train station, putting you within 50 minutes of London Liverpool Street for easy access to city life when you want it.

Chalfont St Peter is well-equipped for a busy branch, with three consulting rooms, separate dog and cat wards, ultrasound facilities, and a beautiful garden and decked area for your breaks. You’ll be supported by two long-standing experienced vets, a senior RVN, and a skilled nursing and reception team. When specialist support is needed, the sister Mandeville Veterinary Hospital in Northolt—equipped with CT, advanced ultrasound, scopes, and laparoscopic equipment—provides comprehensive out-of-hours cover.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough consultations and clinical examinations, providing evidence-based management and treatment recommendations in line with Goddard protocols
• Perform surgical procedures appropriate to your competence and within the scope of overnight care provision
• Manage, prescribe, and dispense medications in accordance with current medicines legislation and RCVS guidance
• Maintain accurate, detailed clinical notes and comprehensive patient histories to support the wider team
• Refer cases promptly to Goddard hospitals when appropriate and within the boundaries of your scope
• Contribute to a respectful and collaborative team environment across the branch

Requirements

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon qualification
• Experience in small animal first opinion practice (experience level not specified—enquire with the practice about their flexibility)
• Ability to work within your personal competence and limitations
• Commitment to best practice and evidence-based medicine

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £22,635–£30,683 (£45,000–£61,000 FTE equivalent) depending on experience, with room for growth
• 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
• Up to £2,000 CPD budget annually plus up to 5 days’ paid CPD leave (pro rata)
• Private Medical Healthcare Insurance with Bupa
• Generous relocation assistance where applicable
• On-site accommodation available to rent if required
• Flexibility to explore additional days if you wish to increase your hours

About the Practice

Chalfont St Peter practice in Buckinghamshire is part of Goddard Veterinary Group, an established London-based veterinary organisation founded in 1952. Goddard operates 44 neighbourhood practices, three 24-hour hospitals, their own nursing college, and an expanding contact centre. The group is known for prioritising staff wellbeing—over 20% of the team have been with them for 10 years or more, and they maintain strong 5-star employee reviews on Indeed.

The organisation invests in its people through Mental Health First Aid training for senior managers, Wellness Plans for new starters, a Colleague Forum for feedback, and regular virtual Town Hall meetings. Goddard is forward-thinking and ambitious, with ongoing clinic refurbishments and continuous investment in equipment to support high-quality care. All our locations offer easy access to London’s parks, bars, and theatreland, balancing professional opportunity with work-life quality.