Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This small animal Veterinary Surgeon opportunity is based in Twickenham and offers a clear work life balance, with no weekends, no bank holidays and no OOH. The role is available full time at 40 hours or part time across Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

You will be joining a practice that combines varied caseloads with a collaborative clinical culture. The role offers space to build your interests, share knowledge with colleagues and continue developing your clinical skills while delivering thoughtful patient and client care.

Twickenham Veterinary Surgery is in the heart of Twickenham, close to the River Thames and surrounded by cafes, restaurants and parks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient and client care across a varied small animal caseload.
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team.
• Develop and apply your clinical skills in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Share knowledge and experience with colleagues.
• Contribute positively to the practice's clinical culture.

Requirements

• A veterinary degree and RCVS registration, or eligibility to register.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive approach to learning and development.
• Professionalism, reliability and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 DOE FTE.
• Relocation allowance up to £5,000.
• Welcome bonus up to £5,000.
• Full time role available, 40 hours, with no weekends.
• Part time role available, working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with no weekends.
• No OOH and no bank holidays.
• 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced family leave and pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy.
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees.
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes, subject to eligibility.
• Retail discounts and cashback offers.
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets.
• CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres and role-relevant courses.
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks.

About the Practice

Inspiring Vet Care describes itself as the UK's number one vet care provider and says it supports the care of over 2 million animals. The practice highlights state-of-the-art facilities including digital X-ray, ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring, endoscopy, laser therapy and a dedicated nurse's consulting room.

The team emphasises a values-led, collaborative culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement, with clear career pathways across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles.