An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and supportive first opinion practice in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit team that has built a strong reputation for providing exceptional patient care within a genuinely caring and collaborative environment. Following the opening of a brand-new purpose-built practice, you’ll enjoy modern facilities, a loyal client base and the opportunity to help shape the future of a growing practice where your wellbeing is just as important as your clinical development.

Key Highlights

• Salary of £45,000 to £65,000 depending on experience.
• 25 to 40 hours per week.
• Full or part-time opportunities available.
• £5,000 relocation or welcome bonus available.
• No out-of-hours or on-call.
• 1 in 3 Saturday rota.
• Consulting-only applicants considered.
• Brand-new purpose-built practice.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.
• Healthy work-life balance with flexible working.

The Practice

This modern small animal practice combines a loyal and established client base with a brand-new, purpose-built practice designed to provide an excellent working environment for both colleagues and patients. The team has developed a strong reputation for delivering compassionate veterinary care while maintaining a friendly and supportive culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas and work collaboratively.

Led by an experienced Practice Owner and supported by a dedicated team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Care Assistants, Receptionists and an experienced Practice Manager, the practice prides itself on creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, respected and supported throughout their careers.

The varied first opinion caseload offers an excellent mix of medicine and surgery, with the flexibility to accommodate Veterinary Surgeons who would prefer a consulting-only role.

Facilities include:

• Purpose-built modern practice.
• Digital radiography.
• Ultrasound.
• In-house laboratory.
• Dedicated operating theatre.
• Modern anaesthetic equipment.
• Spacious consulting rooms.
• Well-equipped patient wards.
• Free on-site parking.

The Location

Located in Northampton, Northamptonshire, the practice benefits from excellent transport links with easy access to the M1 motorway, Northampton railway station and surrounding towns and villages. The area offers an excellent balance of town amenities, green open spaces and convenient commuting, with London and several major airports within easy reach.

The Role

This flexible position is available on either a full or part-time basis, working between 25 and 40 hours per week, with flexibility around working days and hours to help achieve an excellent work-life balance.

The successful candidate will manage a varied first opinion caseload while working alongside an experienced and supportive clinical team. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients, follow cases through and enjoy the support needed to develop your own clinical interests. Consulting-only applicants are also welcomed.

Weekend commitments are limited to a shared 1 in 3 Saturday rota, with no out-of-hours or overnight responsibilities. The practice is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, while Bank Holiday cover is shared on a rota with shorter working days.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who is confident with routine consultations, surgery and occasional sole charge, although consulting-only candidates will also be considered.

You’ll be a compassionate and approachable communicator who enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team and is passionate about delivering exceptional standards of patient and client care. The practice is looking for someone who values teamwork, mutual respect and continuous learning while contributing positively to the ongoing success of the practice.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000 to £65,000 depending on experience.
• £5,000 relocation or welcome bonus available.
• Flexible working from 25 to 40 hours per week.
• Full or part-time opportunities.
• No out-of-hours or on-call.
• 1 in 3 Saturday rota.
• Consulting-only role available if preferred.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Support to develop clinical interests.
• Paid RCVS and VDS memberships.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Exclusive colleague discounts, including up to 30% off selected pet care brands.
• Discounted treatment for your own pets.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Brand-new purpose-built practice with modern facilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a practice where kindness, teamwork and clinical excellence are at the heart of everything they do. Whether you’re looking for greater flexibility, a modern practice with an established client base or the opportunity to develop your own clinical interests within a genuinely supportive environment, this role offers an excellent next step in your veterinary career.