Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a part-time position with Hucknall Vets for Pets, a standalone small animal practice in the heart of Nottinghamshire. You will be part of a team of three vets and four nurses, delivering first opinion care to the local community in a relaxed, suburban setting. The practice sits in the thriving town of Hucknall, which offers excellent transport links to Nottingham whilst maintaining a genuinely friendly atmosphere, with independent shops, cafés, and beautiful green spaces like Titchfield Park.

Working a 1 in 3 weekend rota on a time-off-in-lieu basis, you will enjoy flexibility whilst being part of a collaborative team that values both clinical excellence and work-life balance. The practice is looking for someone with a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience who is confident across both consultations and surgical procedures, with potential for the right candidate to step into a Lead Vet role as the practice grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard first opinion small animal clinical care including consultations, diagnostics, and surgery
• Contribute to a 1 in 3 weekend rota, with time off in lieu for any weekend shifts worked
• Work collaboratively with the three-vet team and four nursing staff to maintain patient welfare standards
• Build relationships with clients and support the practice's reputation in the local community
• Participate in career development and in-house progression opportunities

Requirements

• Valid RCVS registration as a qualified Veterinary Surgeon
• Minimum three years' post-qualification experience in small animal practice
• Strong competency in both consultation and surgical procedures
• In-depth understanding of first opinion practice in the UK
• Confidence in surgery; surgical qualification or bias is advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for animal welfare and high-quality patient care
• Ability to work as a team player and independently as required

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 (dependent on experience and full-time equivalent)
• Generous CPD allowance plus funding towards professional certificates
• 5.6 weeks' initial holiday, rising to 6.6 weeks after two years' service
• Extra day's leave for your birthday
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Private health insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid professional fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS membership)
• Funded sponsorship visas and potential relocation allowances
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home, and The Groom Room
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to wellbeing support including Colleague Assistance Programmes (Retail Trust, Port of Call, MHFA)
• In-house career development opportunity with potential to move into Lead Vet role

About the Practice

Hucknall Vets for Pets is a standalone small animal practice based in the Nottinghamshire town of Hucknall. The practice has a friendly, welcoming team structure comprising three veterinary surgeons, four nurses, four receptionists, and a practice manager. The team regularly enjoys social activities together and is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care.

The practice is part of the Vets for Pets group (owned by Pets at Home), which provides access to corporate support services, continuing professional development resources, and wider career development opportunities. The practice operates an inclusive, equal opportunities workplace and actively celebrates diversity among staff and clients.