Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

You'll be joining Willows Veterinary Centre, a two-site practice serving the North East between Sunderland and Newcastle. This is a full-time position based primarily at the newly refurbished Boldon surgery, with flexible scheduling: ideally 37.5 hours over 4 days between 8.30am and 7.00pm, plus a 1:4 Saturday rota (9am to 3pm). Part-time options are considered for the right candidate. Best of all, there is no out-of-hours requirement; emergency cover during opening hours is provided, and clients access Westway Veterinary Hospital in Newcastle for after-hours care.

This is a confident vet role focused on small animal work. You'll be competent in neutering, lumpectomies, and surgery on cats, dogs, and small furries. The practice actively encourages further clinical development, and you'll be supported by an experienced team of 5 vets and 7 RVNs across both locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver small animal consultations and surgical procedures, including routine and soft tissue surgery
• Perform neutering and lumpectomy procedures on cats, dogs, and small furries with increasing confidence and independence
• Contribute to the practice's high diagnostic standards using digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, in-house laboratory, and laparoscopic facilities
• Support a family-focused, comfortable environment for both clients and their pets
• Engage with continuing professional development and clinical mentoring from senior colleagues
• Cover Saturday clinics on a 1:4 rota

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon (MRCVS or equivalent)
• Confident in routine soft tissue and surgical procedures
• Competent in small animal neutering and lumpectomies
• Motivated and professional approach to clinical work
• Visa sponsorship considered for eligible candidates

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum (FTE), dependent on experience, based on 37.5 hours per week
• 6.6 weeks paid holiday per annum, including bank holidays (pro rata)
• £1,750 CPD allowance per annum
• Health Cash Plan covering dentistry, sports massage, and other wellbeing treatments
• RCVS Membership fees paid plus two additional membership subscriptions
• VDS professional indemnity cover
• Enhanced family leave including paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees for staff and family
• My Perks scheme: discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, and entertainment
• Cycle to Work scheme
• CPD and training support
• Company sick pay
• Annual pay reviews
• Focus on employee wellbeing and career progression
• No out-of-hours commitment

About the Practice

Willows Veterinary Centre operates two sites in the North East and recently relocated to a purpose-built hub at Boldon Business Park. The Boldon surgery features 4 consultation rooms, 2 theatres, prep rooms, dedicated dental and x-ray suites, and a quiet area for anxious patients. The practice is equipped with modern diagnostic facilities including digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, in-house laboratory analysis, and recently introduced laparoscopic spay procedures. The team prioritises creating a welcoming, family-oriented environment for clients and their pets.

As part of VetPartners, the practice benefits from the group's resources and support structure. VetPartners has been recognised as an Employer of the Year for outstanding team culture and employee support.