Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon Leslie, Fife

A great opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, forward-thinking practice based in the village of Leslie, Fife. This role would suit a vet who values collaboration, continuity of care and working within a genuinely supportive team environment, offering a varied caseload and an excellent work–life balance.

Key Highlights

• Salary £40,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience.

• Full-time role, 38 hours over 4 days (part-time considered).

• Supportive, close-knit team with excellent case continuity.

• Varied caseload with a good balance of consultations and surgery.

• No on-call duties and limited weekend commitment.

Key Details

• Role: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: Leslie, Fife.

• Hours: 38 hours per week over 4 days.

• Weekend rota: 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (08:30–12:30).

• Salary: £40,000 to £60,000 depending on experience.

The Practice

This well-equipped small animal practice is based in the village of Leslie, close to Glenrothes and on the edge of the Lomond Hills Regional Park. The location offers an excellent lifestyle with easy access to outdoor activities while still benefiting from strong transport links to Perth, Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

The practice is equipped to a high standard and supports high-quality patient care across a varied caseload. Working as part of a small team allows for strong communication, continuity of cases and a collaborative approach to clinical decision-making.

The Role

This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week over 4 days, with part-time hours considered for the right candidate. The role includes a 1 in 3 Saturday morning rota, with no on-call responsibilities as out-of-hours care is provided externally.

This position would suit a veterinary surgeon who enjoys managing cases through to completion and working as part of a supportive, motivated team that prioritises both clinical standards and staff wellbeing.

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.

• Confident in small animal general practice.

• Enjoys working within a collaborative team environment.

• Values continuity of care and a balanced caseload.

• Keen to develop clinically with ongoing support and CPD.

What’s On Offer

• Salary £40,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience.

• £1,750 CPD allowance per annum.

• CPD and training support.

• RCVS and professional fees paid.

• Enhanced family leave policies.

• Company sick pay.

• Annual pay reviews and career progression opportunities.

• Focus on employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.

• Cycle to Work scheme and staff discounts.

If you would like further information about this Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon role in Leslie, Fife, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon | Leslie, Fife

A great opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, forward-thinking practice based in the village of Leslie, Fife. This role would suit a vet who values collaboration, continuity of care and working within a genuinely supportive team environment, offering a varied caseload and an excellent work–life balance.

Key Highlights

• Salary £40,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience.

• Full-time role, 38 hours over 4 days (part-time considered).

• Supportive, close-knit team with excellent case continuity.

• Varied caseload with a good balance of consultations and surgery.

• No on-call duties and limited weekend commitment.

Key Details

• Role: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: Leslie, Fife.

• Hours: 38 hours per week over 4 days.

• Weekend rota: 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (08:30–12:30).

• Salary: £40,000 to £60,000 depending on experience.

The Practice

This well-equipped small animal practice is based in the village of Leslie, close to Glenrothes and on the edge of the Lomond Hills Regional Park. The location offers an excellent lifestyle with easy access to outdoor activities while still benefiting from strong transport links to Perth, Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

The practice is equipped to a high standard and supports high-quality patient care across a varied caseload. Working as part of a small team allows for strong communication, continuity of cases and a collaborative approach to clinical decision-making.

The Role

This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week over 4 days, with part-time hours considered for the right candidate. The role includes a 1 in 3 Saturday morning rota, with no on-call responsibilities as out-of-hours care is provided externally.

This position would suit a veterinary surgeon who enjoys managing cases through to completion and working as part of a supportive, motivated team that prioritises both clinical standards and staff wellbeing.

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.

• Confident in small animal general practice.

• Enjoys working within a collaborative team environment.

• Values continuity of care and a balanced caseload.

• Keen to develop clinically with ongoing support and CPD.

What’s On Offer

• Salary £40,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience.

• £1,750 CPD allowance per annum.

• CPD and training support.

• RCVS and professional fees paid.

• Enhanced family leave policies.

• Company sick pay.

• Annual pay reviews and career progression opportunities.

• Focus on employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.

• Cycle to Work scheme and staff discounts.

If you would like further information about this Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon role in Leslie, Fife, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.

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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