Veterinary Surgeon | Chesterfield, Derbyshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking Vets4Pets practice located on the edge of the stunning Peak District. This permanent position offers genuine flexibility, making it suitable for full-time, part-time or even term-time working, while providing the opportunity to play a key role in mentoring a new graduate Veterinary Surgeon through their Graduate Development Programme (GDP).

Key Highlights

• Salary from £65,000 depending on experience.
• Full-time position with flexible working options.
• Part-time, split and term-time contracts considered.
• 1 in 4 weekend rota.
• No out-of-hours.
• 15-minute consultations as standard.
• Protected one-hour lunch break every day.
• Opportunity to mentor a new graduate Veterinary Surgeon.
• Supportive and collaborative clinical team.
• Modern first opinion practice with excellent facilities.

The Practice

This welcoming Vets4Pets practice has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality first opinion veterinary care within a genuinely supportive and collaborative environment. The team places patient care and clinical standards above targets, ensuring Veterinary Surgeons have the time they need to deliver the best possible outcomes.

Appointments are scheduled for 15 minutes as standard, with the flexibility to extend consultations whenever clinically appropriate. The practice also closes for a protected one-hour lunch break each day, allowing the whole team time to recharge together without routine appointments or interruptions.

Working alongside three highly skilled Registered Veterinary Nurses who fully utilise Schedule 3 responsibilities, you’ll be supported by an experienced and hands-on team where everyone works together and no one is left to struggle alone.

The practice has invested in excellent facilities including:

• Dedicated operating theatre.
• Large preparation area.
• Separate dog kennels and cattery.
• Digital radiography.
• Ultrasound.
• Tonopen.
• Modern facilities supporting a varied first opinion caseload.

The practice also enjoys seeing a variety of exotic species, offering additional case diversity for Veterinary Surgeons with an interest in exotics, although this is entirely optional.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to combine clinical excellence with mentoring responsibilities.

Alongside providing outstanding patient and client care, you’ll support Holly, the practice’s recent graduate Veterinary Surgeon, helping guide and develop her throughout her Graduate Development Programme.

The practice is looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, values high clinical standards and wants to be part of a team where communication, mutual respect and work-life balance are genuinely prioritised.

The Culture

The team prides itself on creating an environment where people enjoy coming to work. Hierarchy, egos, unrealistic targets and unnecessary corporate pressures are left at the door, replaced by openness, honesty, teamwork and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care.

The practice actively embraces diversity and inclusion and is working towards achieving its Autism Friendly Award. Neurodivergent colleagues are supported, recognising that everyone brings different strengths and ways of working to the team.

Outside of work, the team believes in working to live, not living to work. Holidays are encouraged and supported, colleagues cover for one another, and burnout is never viewed as part of the job. Dogs are welcome in practice, and many team members enjoy fitness, netball and making the most of the nearby Peak District.

The Location

Located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire (S41), the practice enjoys an excellent position on the edge of the Peak District National Park, offering the perfect balance between town and countryside living. The practice benefits from easy access to the M1 motorway and East Midlands Airport, together with convenient on-site parking and a loyal, friendly client base.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon.
• Be confident mentoring and supporting a recent graduate.
• Be a positive and approachable team player.
• Have excellent communication and client care skills.
• Deliver high clinical standards with compassion and professionalism.
• Enjoy working within a collaborative, supportive practice environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £65,000 DOE.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Part-time and term-time opportunities considered.
• No out-of-hours commitment.
• 15-minute consultations.
• Protected daily lunch break.
• Supportive and experienced nursing team.
• Opportunity to mentor a new graduate Veterinary Surgeon.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Modern practice with advanced equipment.
• Opportunity to work with exotic species if desired.
• On-site parking.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a practice where clinical standards, teamwork and wellbeing are genuinely valued. Whether you’re looking for flexibility, the chance to mentor a graduate or simply somewhere you can enjoy practising veterinary medicine without unnecessary pressure, this role offers an excellent next step in your career.

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