Veterinary Surgeon Darlington, County Durham

An excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established, multi-site small animal practice in Darlington, County Durham. This is a part-time, fixed-term position offering flexibility on hours, a supportive clinical environment and access to a wide range of cases across two complementary practice sites.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £72,000 per year, pro rata, depending on experience.

• Part-time Veterinary Surgeon role with flexible hours (24–40 hours per week).

• Fixed-term contract for 12 months.

• Recently refurbished branch practice with outpatient surgical facilities.

• Access to a larger RCVS-accredited main practice for advanced procedures.

Key Details

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon.

• Contract: Fixed-term (12 months).

• Location: Darlington, County Durham.

• Hours: Part time (24–40 hours per week considered).

• Salary: Up to £72,000 per year, pro rata.

• Weekends: 1 in 6 weekends at a nearby 24-hour hospital (09:00–19:00).

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to work across a recently renovated branch practice focused on consultations, preventative care and outpatient surgery, alongside a larger main site handling more complex surgical and medical cases.

You'll be supported by an experienced veterinary and nursing team, with strong clinical leadership, continuity of care and access to advanced facilities. The position suits a Veterinary Surgeon looking for flexibility while maintaining exposure to a varied and rewarding caseload.

The Practice Environment

The practice structure includes:

• A refurbished branch surgery with extended outpatient surgical services.

• A main site with multiple vets and a clinically led nursing team.

• RCVS accreditation and ISFM Silver Cat Friendly status.

• Facilities supporting major surgery and complex case management.

• A loyal and long-standing client base across both sites.

The Role

• Deliver high-quality clinical care in consults and surgery.

• Develop tailored treatment plans in collaboration with clients.

• Work across preventative, medical and surgical cases.

• Collaborate closely with vets, nurses and support staff.

• Maintain high clinical, regulatory and operational standards.

• Share knowledge and support team development where appropriate.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon.

• Experience in small animal practice.

• Strong clinical standards and client communication skills.

• Team-oriented and collaborative approach.

• Comfortable working across multiple sites within a supported structure.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £72,000 per year, pro rata, depending on experience.

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one.

• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support.

• Life assurance (3 × salary).

• 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).

• Additional paid "Day for You”.

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days (pro rata).

• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD.

• Funded certificates and structured career pathways.

• Paid RCVS, VDS and BVA fees.

• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available.

• Sabbatical options based on length of service.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Season ticket loans.

• Staff discounts on veterinary products and services.

What's Next

If you're a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a flexible, part-time role in Darlington, County Durham, offering a salary of up to £72,000 pro rata and exposure to both branch and main practice work, get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any questions before applying, or if this role isn't quite right for you, feel free to contact the Vet Seekers team to chat through your veterinary career aspirations in confidence.

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