Veterinary Surgeon | Gillingham, Kent

A rewarding full-time Veterinary Surgeon role within a purpose-led charity hospital, offering a varied caseload, strong clinical support and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to pets and owners every day.

Full Time | £45,750 – £60,112 DOE | 37.5 Hours | Permanent | Charity Sector

Key Details:

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon

• Location: Gillingham, Kent

• Salary: £45,750 – £60,112 per annum (including allowances, DOE)

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Contract: Full Time, Permanent

The Organisation:

This position sits within a long-established veterinary charity dedicated to supporting pets and people during times of financial hardship. With a strong national presence and a values-led culture, the organisation focuses on accessible, high-quality veterinary care delivered with compassion, teamwork and clinical integrity.

The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys clinical variety and wants their work to have real social impact. You'll manage a broad mix of medical and surgical cases, making evidence-based, welfare-focused decisions while balancing best practice with each owner's individual circumstances. The role suits someone adaptable, resilient and confident, who enjoys working in a collaborative hospital environment with strong peer support and shared learning.

What We're Looking For:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Confident handling a diverse small animal caseload

• Pragmatic, welfare-led clinical approach

• Excellent communication and client care skills

• Team-focused with a collaborative mindset

• Passion for community-focused veterinary care

The Hospital:

You'll be based in a modern, well-equipped charity hospital known for teamwork, case discussion and shared learning. Facilities include separate dog and cat kennelling, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. The clinical team has a wide range of interests, offering strong support and development opportunities.

Rewards & Benefits:

• Flexible working options to support work–life balance

• CPD allowance: 3 days and £500 per year

• Full payment of RCVS fees (where applicable)

• Extensive internal CPD and discounted access to major veterinary conferences

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

• Three additional paid days annually: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day

• Enhanced pension contributions (5%–10%)

• Life assurance at 4x annual salary

• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 wellbeing support

• Private medical cover included

• 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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