Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Prenton Vets4Pets is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving small animal practice on the Wirral Peninsula. This is a full-time position working alongside an established team in a purpose-built facility that combines traditional first-opinion care with modern equipment and genuine work-life balance. With an average 37-hour week and a 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota only—no out-of-hours or on-call duties—you’ll have real time to settle into the community and enjoy everything the North West has to offer, from Liverpool’s cultural buzz to Chester’s history and the Welsh countryside on your doorstep.

The practice serves a large, loyal patient base with a varied and interesting caseload. You’ll be expected to work both sole charge and collaboratively with the team, managing consultations and surgical procedures. The practice is independently run with strong local roots and a reputation for excellence in community care.

Prenton itself is an attractive, sought-after suburb in the Wirral offering excellent schools, affordable housing, and easy access to major cities and countryside. The cost of living is particularly favourable for those looking to get on the property ladder.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first-opinion small animal veterinary care including consultations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures
• Work both independently and collaboratively within a team of 4 vets, 4 RVNs, 1 SVN, and supportive non-clinical staff
• Contribute to the practice’s high standards of patient care and community reputation
• Participate in the 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota (no night shifts or emergency on-call)
• Support continued professional development and certificate-level study if interested in progressing your career

Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) with proven experience in small animal practice
• Capability to work sole charge and manage both consultations and surgical procedures independently
• Growth mindset and commitment to delivering outstanding patient care
• Professional approach to team working and community engagement

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000–£60,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Sign-on bonus (direct applicants only)
• Additional payment upon successful completion of probationary period
• Relocation package available (direct applicants only)
• Generous benefits package including pension and memberships
• CPD support, including funding for certificate-level qualifications
• Average 37-hour working week
• 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota—no out-of-hours or on-call commitments
• Bespoke induction and integration into local community

About the Practice

Prenton Vets4Pets is an independently operated small animal practice part of Vets for Pets, one of the UK’s largest veterinary groups with over 440 practices nationwide. Despite its size, Vets for Pets operates locally, empowering individual practices to support their communities and their teams on a personal level. The practice is purpose-built to market-leading standards and boasts comprehensive equipment including digital X-ray and processor, colour Doppler ultrasound with ECG, diathermy, dental radiography, and ultrasonic dental descaling with air drill.

The practice is run by an owner-supported team committed to delivering outstanding service with a genuine “proud to be part of the team” culture. It’s well-organised, popular with the local community, and represents an opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking practice where your individual needs matter.