Veterinary Surgeon Job Hayes End London

We are recruiting for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy first opinion practice in Hayes End, West London. This is an excellent opportunity for a vet who wants to take ownership of a client base, while still having the support of an established senior vet and a dedicated nursing team.

About the role
This position can be worked full-time, across 35–40 hours per week. The rota includes a 1:3 Saturday rotation, a 1:8 Sunday rota at Mandeville Hospital, and up to 1 bank holiday per year. There are no on-call requirements for this role.

You will work alongside a part-time senior vet, supported by an experienced RVN, trainee nurses, and a regional management team. The practice is well-equipped for a vet with a surgical interest, including facilities for orthopaedics and dental x-ray, making it ideal for those with a surgical or dental bias.

Key details

• Type: Small animal, first opinion practice

• Hours: 35–40 hours per week

• Weekends: 1:3 Saturdays, 1:8 Sundays at Mandeville Hospital

• OOH: None

• Sole charge: Some required

• Salary: £45,000 – £65,000 depending on experience

• Contract: Permanent, full or part-time considered

About them
Hayes End is a supportive and welcoming practice where you will have the freedom to build and manage your own caseload. The team prides itself on delivering excellent veterinary care while maintaining strong client relationships.

For complex cases and OOH provision, Hayes End is fully supported by Mandeville Veterinary Hospital in Northolt. This referral hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical facilities, including a new CT scanner, imaging services from a diploma holder, and a highly skilled surgical and medical team offering advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures.

About you

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon confident in routine GP work, surgery, and consultations

• Comfortable with sole charge when required

• Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach

• Positive, proactive, and enthusiastic about providing excellent clinical care

• Keen to develop surgical or dental interests with CPD support

Package

• Salary: £45,000 – £65,000 depending on experience

• Holidays: 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays

• CPD: £2,000 annual budget plus up to 5 paid CPD days

• Memberships: RCVS and VDS fees paid

• Additional benefits:

  • Relocation assistance (where applicable)

  • Private medical healthcare insurance with BUPA

  • Ongoing support from senior colleagues and referral hospital

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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