Work-life balance that actually works. Shipley & Idle Vets offers flexible rotas, protected breaks, and genuine clinical freedom in a supportive team environment.
This permanent veterinary surgeon position is tailored to suit your career stage and life circumstances. Whether you're seeking full-time hours, part-time flexibility, consult-only work, or a bespoke rota arrangement, the practice will shape the role around you. A typical full-time week runs 40 hours across four weekdays (08:30 to 19:00) plus one Saturday morning in three (09:00 to 13:00, consultations only), though alternative arrangements are actively discussed with candidates.
Based in a charming market town setting less than a mile from Saltaire's UNESCO World Heritage Site, you'll work in a modern, well-equipped practice that values clinical excellence and genuine work-life balance. The practice serves a mix of routine, preventative, and complex medical and surgical cases, all delivered to a high clinical standard. Independent shops, cafes, restaurants, green spaces and the renowned Salt Mills gallery are all nearby, with easy transport links to Leeds city centre.
Shipley and Idle Veterinary Centres is a friendly, modern first opinion small animal practice located in Shipley, West Yorkshire. The practice is well-equipped with brand-new state-of-the-art ultrasound (suitable for abdominal and cardiac studies), digital X-ray, flexible and rigid endoscopy, and an extensive in-house laboratory capable of running comprehensive blood profiles, cell analysis, and fine needle aspirates. The team comprises experienced veterinary surgeons, registered and student nurses, veterinary care assistants, and receptionists who are noted for their collaborative approach and excellent client care support.
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