Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced and personable Veterinary Surgeon to undertake a part-time consulting position on a fixed-term contract lasting approximately three to six months. This opportunity is ideal for a confident clinician who enjoys delivering high-quality first-opinion veterinary care while maintaining flexibility in their professional commitments. The position offers the chance to contribute to an evolving clinical environment, working alongside newly appointed veterinary leadership and experienced colleagues who value collaborative decision-making, excellent patient outcomes and attentive client service.
The working arrangement consists of two days per week, with shifts running from 9am to 7pm and incorporating a one-hour lunch break. Additional commitments include a one-in-six Saturday rotation, a proportionate share of bank holiday duties and participation in an on-call support rota. With opportunities to exercise independent clinical judgement, develop meaningful client relationships and contribute to consistent standards of veterinary care, this temporary position provides a rewarding balance of professional responsibility and manageable working hours.
Package:
- A flexible two-day working schedule with clearly defined shifts and a fixed-term commitment of three to six months
- Private healthcare insurance accompanied by a medical cash benefit arrangement from the start of employment
- Professional subscriptions funded for RCVS, VDS and BVA registrations
- Five weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays, calculated proportionately according to contracted hours and employment duration
- Access to clinical learning resources and professional development opportunities throughout the appointment
- Life assurance protection equivalent to three times annual salary, subject to eligibility
- Continuing professional development funding of £1,500 annually with three paid study days, adjusted where applicable
- An additional paid personal leave day, subject to contractual entitlement
- Confidential counselling and personal wellbeing assistance accessible around the clock
- Commuting support through bicycle purchase schemes and public transport season ticket arrangements, subject to eligibility
