Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

About the Role

This is a full-time position working four days across 40 hours with no out-of-hours commitment and a 1:4 Saturday rota (8:30am-4:00pm with time back in lieu). You'll be joining Lynton House Vets, a practice with over 70 years of history at the heart of the Woking community. The role offers a healthy balance of consulting and surgery, with procedures ranging from routine neutering and lump removals to soft tissue work. If you prefer a consult-only or surgery-focused role, the practice is flexible and happy to shape your workload around your strengths and passions.

The practice is thoughtfully designed with separate cat and dog waiting areas, a designated cat consultation room, a large private bereavement suite, spacious prep areas, two theatres, dedicated imaging and lab spaces, and comfortable wards. Modern facilities include ultrasound with VVS scans, digital and dental X-ray, multiparameters, and referral options when needed. You'll also have a dedicated office for admin work and a large staff room with its own kitchen.

Part-time hours are available for the right candidate. While the main site is in Woking, occasional travel to Addlestone and Bagshot branches will be part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to contribute positively to the clinical culture
• Develop clinical skills and interests while sharing knowledge and experience with colleagues
• Perform a variety of surgical procedures including routine and soft tissue cases
• Conduct clinical consultations and medical assessments
• Support the ongoing development and mentoring of colleagues

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• Proactive approach to learning with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience, plus relocation allowance up to £5,000
• 6.8 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
• BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees paid
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres and role-relevant courses
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles

About the Practice

Lynton House Vets is part of Lynton Veterinary Group, established in the mid-1940s. The group has maintained its traditional 'Village Vet' reputation for providing the highest level of service and value to clients. In 2018, the Woking team moved into a brand new purpose-built hospital-standard practice on Well Lane in Horsell, designed to give both pets and their owners the very best experience.

Lynton House Vets is part of inspiring vet care, the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals. The group is united by a shared purpose of happier animals and happier owners, with investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing to create environments where teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment at every stage of their career.