Veterinary Surgeon Job Brixton South London

We are recruiting for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established small animal practice in Brixton, South London. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident GP vet looking for a permanent role with the freedom to make their mark on a busy practice and rebuild a loyal client base.

About the role
This position can be tailored between 30 and 40 hours per week, depending on your preference. The rota includes a 1:4 Saturday rotation, a 1:10 Sunday rota at Stone Lion Hospital, and up to 1 bank holiday per year. There are no on-call requirements.

You will be working sole charge, supported by an experienced trainee nursing team who know the practice well. Leadership training can be provided for vets who would like to grow into a stronger branch lead role.

Key details

• Type: Small animal, GP practice

• Hours: Full-time or part-time (30–40 hours per week)

• Weekends: 1:4 Saturdays, 1:10 Sundays

• OOH: None – covered by Stone Lion Hospital

• Sole charge: Yes

• Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 depending on experience

• Contract: Permanent

About them
This established practice has been part of the Brixton community for over 20 years. As a sole charge branch vet, you will be providing first opinion consultations, routine surgeries, and building strong client relationships in the heart of one of London's most vibrant areas.

The practice is well connected, located between Streatham Hill and Brixton stations, just a short walk or cycle away.

Additional support is available from nearby branches in Kennington and Stockwell, with Kennington offering ultrasound facilities. For complex cases and OOH care, the practice is fully supported by Stone Lion Hospital in Wimbledon, providing referral services and advanced clinical back-up.

About you

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon confident in sole charge GP practice work

• Skilled in routine consultations and surgeries

• Strong communicator with excellent client care focus

• Enthusiastic, proactive, and ready to make a lasting impact in a community practice

• Keen to develop leadership skills with training and CPD support

Package

• Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 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

  • Leadership training and ongoing management support

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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