Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a permanent Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon role at Knox & Devlin Veterinary Centre in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire. The position is full-time, with 40 hours worked across 4 or 5 days, plus a 1 in 5 Saturday morning shift and no OOH.

The caseload is split between ops and consults, with a particular fit for a vet who has a surgical interest. The practice describes a supportive, stable and improvement-focused culture, with caseloads tailored to individual strengths and career goals.

Whaley Bridge sits on the edge of the Peak District and offers countryside surroundings with direct rail links to Manchester within walking distance. The practice also serves an affluent local client base and is continuing to grow and invest in its future.

Key Responsibilities

• Work across both surgical and consulting shifts within a first opinion small animal practice.
• Take the lead on surgical and medical cases, including diagnostic investigations.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture where best practice is shared.
• Support colleagues and help create a reassuring experience for clients and their pets.
• Use your clinical autonomy to handle a varied caseload and contribute to clinical standards.

Requirements

• Veterinary Surgeon with experience in first opinion small animal practice.
• Confidence in clinical decision making and case management.
• Interest in surgery.
• Ability to mentor and support colleagues as part of a team.
• Strong client care skills.

Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience and certificates.
• Permanent full-time contract, 40 hours across 4 or 5 days.
• 1 in 5 Saturday morning shift.
• No OOH.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid in full.
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications including CertAVP and PgCert, with tuition, exams and study leave covered.
• Up to 33 days holiday, with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Relocation package and visa fees covered where applicable.
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring.
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies.
• Staff pet care discounts, including 50% off services, MiPet food and medications.

About the Practice

Knox & Devlin Veterinary Centre is an RCVS accredited General Practice in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire. The team includes 5 vets, 5 nurses and a PCA, and one vet is currently undertaking a certificate in dermatology.

The practice facilities include digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental radiography, diathermy equipment and separate dog and cat wards, with plans to expand clinical capabilities further as the practice grows. CVS provides central HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance and procurement support, and the wider group also invests in practice improvements through a multi-million-pound fund.