Veterinary Surgeon Durham (Maternity)

Surgically focused Veterinary Surgeon opportunity in Chester-le-Street. Salary £55,000–£68,000 DOE. Six-month fixed term contract, full-time role working four days per week in a modern, well-equipped practice.

Key Highlights

• Salary £55,000–£68,000 DOE.
• Six-month fixed term contract.
• Full-time position, 40 hours over 4 days per week.
• 1 in 5 Saturdays (8:30am–12:00pm).
• Modern, well-equipped practice with advanced diagnostics.
• Strong surgical focus within a supportive clinical team.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a surgically minded Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and experienced team in Chester-le-Street, Durham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident vet who enjoys surgery and wants to work within a supportive environment alongside experienced colleagues and a passionate nursing team.

The practice is modern and spacious, located near the town centre, and offers an excellent clinical setup with dedicated wards, a large waiting area, spacious prep room and a separate imaging suite. The clinic is also an ISFM-accredited Cat Friendly practice with a dedicated feline entrance, waiting area and ward.

The Role

This is a six-month fixed term contract working 40 hours over four days per week, with 1 in 5 Saturday mornings.

You will:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care in both consults and surgery.
• Develop tailored treatment plans with clear client communication.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive and experienced team.
• Maintain high clinical, regulatory and operational standards.
• Contribute to ongoing clinical development within the practice.

Candidate Profile

• MRCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Confident surgical skills and sound clinical judgement.
• Strong communication and client care abilities.
• Team-focused with a proactive approach.
• Committed to maintaining high professional standards.

Facilities & Equipment

• Digital and dental x-ray.
• Endoscopy.
• Ultrasound.
• In-house haematology and biochemistry analysers.
• Dedicated imaging suite and prep areas.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £55,000–£68,000 DOE.
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one.
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support.
• Life assurance (3x salary).
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Additional paid 'Day for You'.
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days.
• Funded certificates and structured internal progression.
• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid.
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available.
• Sabbatical options based on length of service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Season ticket loans.
• Staff discounts.

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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