Veterinary Surgeon Chafford Hundred, Essex

A fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a modern, well-equipped small animal practice in Chafford Hundred, Essex. This is a permanent, part-time role offering an excellent work–life balance, strong clinical support and a well-connected commuter location.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £55,000 per year, depending on experience (pro rata).

• Permanent, part-time Veterinary Surgeon position.

• Modern practice with strong diagnostic and clinical facilities.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Excellent transport links with easy access to London and surrounding areas.

Key Details

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: Chafford Hundred, Essex.

• Hours: Part time.

• Salary: Up to £55,000 per year (pro rata).

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon seeking a part-time position within a friendly, professional and well-resourced practice. You'll work in an environment that values clinical standards, continuity of care and teamwork, while offering flexibility to support a healthy work–life balance.

The position provides exposure to a varied small animal caseload, with the support and infrastructure needed to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

The Practice

The practice benefits from:

• A welcoming and supportive clinical team.

• Modern facilities including in-house diagnostics and imaging.

• Cat-friendly practice environment.

• A strong local client base with an emphasis on continuity of care.

• Easy access to nearby practices and wider clinical support when needed.

The Role

• Deliver exceptional clinical care in consults and surgery.

• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans with clients.

• Manage a varied small animal caseload to a high clinical standard.

• Work collaboratively within a supportive team.

• Maintain high standards of regulatory, clinical and operational compliance.

• Contribute positively to the ongoing development of the practice.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon.

• Passion for clinical excellence and client care.

• Confident, collaborative and team-focused approach.

• Comfortable working independently with appropriate support.

Location Highlights

• Based in Chafford Hundred, Essex.

• Excellent commuter links, approximately 18 miles from Central London.

• Close to local amenities, green spaces and shopping facilities.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £55,000 per year, depending on experience (pro rata).

• 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 part-time role in Chafford Hundred, Essex, offering flexibility, strong clinical support and a salary of up to £55,000 (pro rata), 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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