Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

You’ll join a thriving two-site practice in the M25 area, working alongside an experienced management team and RVN/support staff who genuinely have your back. This full-time role comes with a standard four-day working week plus a small share of Saturday rota cover—a rarity in practice.

The practice actively invests in equipment and facilities to match your clinical interests, whether that’s soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, neurology, dermatology, exotics, or oncology. You’ll work within a network of certificate holders across the group who are available for case discussion and mentoring, creating a genuinely collaborative environment for clinical progression.

DNA Vetcare is a proudly independent, multi-award-winning group founded in 2006 by veterinary surgeons Alan van Heerden and Dane Walker, with director Claire Baker heading up operations and vet recruitment. The practice is built on a foundation of handpicked clinicians known for their skills, experience, and commitment to compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consultations and surgical care across the Epsom and Leatherhead sites
• Contribute to case discussions within the group’s network of specialist certificate holders
• Work collaboratively with the RVN and support teams to maintain high standards of patient care
• Participate in the Saturday rota on a shared basis with colleagues
• Engage with clinical progression opportunities through CPD and internal development

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and UK registration as a Veterinary Surgeon
• Proactive, dedicated approach to patient care and professional development
• Experience working in a small animal practice environment
• Willingness to engage in case discussions and collaborative learning

Benefits

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
• £2,000 CPD allowance or certificate funding support
• Four-day working week (with Saturday rota share)
• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Perkbox subscription
• Dental & health cashback scheme
• Working alongside certificate holders for mentoring and case support
• Clinical progression opportunities and internal development pathways
• Visa sponsorship if required
• Zero perfect finance plans available for patient consultations

About the Practice

DNA Vetcare is a proudly independent group of multi-award-winning surgeries founded in 2006 by veterinary surgeons Alan van Heerden and Dane Walker. The group spans London and Kent, with the Epsom and Leatherhead sites now seeking this hire. The practice operates as a vet-led group genuinely committed to creating career opportunities for its clinical teams.

The group is built on a reputation for excellent service to clients, respectful and expert care for animals, and a genuinely supportive workplace culture. All staff—including vets—benefit from the four-day working week policy, reflecting the founders’ commitment to work-life balance alongside clinical excellence.