Veterinary Surgeon | Margate, Kent

A rewarding full-time Veterinary Surgeon opportunity within a well-established charity hospital, offering a genuinely varied caseload, strong clinical support and the chance to make a real difference to pets and owners every day.

Full Time | £48,438 – £63,758 DOE | 40 Hours | Permanent | Charity Sector

Key Details

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon

• Location: Margate, Kent

• Salary: £48,438 – £63,758 per annum (including allowances, DOE)

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Contract: Full Time, Permanent

The Organisation

This role sits within a long-standing, purpose-led veterinary charity with a national hospital network. The organisation is committed to providing accessible, high-quality veterinary care to pets whose owners may otherwise struggle to access treatment. The culture is values-driven, collaborative and focused on welfare-led clinical decision making.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking clinical variety and meaningful work. You will manage a broad mix of first-opinion consultations and surgical cases, supported by strong clinical leadership and a collaborative hospital team. The role encourages evidence-based medicine, pragmatic decision making and compassionate client communication, balancing gold-standard care with individual circumstances.

You will work within a supportive hospital environment where teamwork, case discussion and shared learning are actively encouraged.

What We're Looking For

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Confident managing a varied small animal caseload

• Welfare-focused and pragmatic clinical approach

• Strong communication and client care skills

• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

• Passion for community-focused veterinary care

The Hospital

You'll be based in a modern, well-equipped charity hospital with a strong reputation for teamwork and clinical support. Facilities include separate dog and cat wards, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. The clinical team has a wide range of interests, offering excellent peer support and development opportunities.

Rewards & Benefits

• Flexible working options to support work–life balance

• CPD allowance of one week plus £1,000 per year

• Full payment of RCVS fees

• Extensive internal CPD and discounted access to major veterinary conferences

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with buy/sell options

• Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service (up to 30 days)

• Wellbeing Day and additional Celebration Day annually

• Enhanced pension contributions (5%–10%)

• Life assurance at 4x annual salary

• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 wellbeing support

• Private medical cover

• Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts

• Enhanced family-friendly leave policies

• Discounted pet insurance and access to staff veterinary services

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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