I'm helping a brilliant small animal practice in Essex find a confident, capable Veterinary Surgeon to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who values clinical freedom, likes to fully work up their cases, and thrives in a friendly, low-drama environment.

Why this role stands out:

100% small animal caseload

No out-of-hours

1 in 4 weekends (half days, both Saturday and Sunday)

Surgery between 11–4, with consults either side

Flexibility for full or part time hours

You’d be joining a strong, tight-knit team of vets, RVNs, and support staff who genuinely back each other. They’re experienced, efficient, and passionate about practicing proper veterinary medicine—not cutting corners.

You’ll have time and space to do your work properly, and you’ll be encouraged to pursue your own interests—whether that’s clinical development or shaping the way care is delivered. There's a genuine team-first mindset here, and your voice will matter from day one.

The package (pro rata):

Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience

6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays

£1750 CPD allowance

Paid RCVS + two memberships

VDS cover

Enhanced parental leave

Discounted vet care

Private healthcare support (physio, dental, mental health etc.)

Employee perks & wellbeing initiatives

Career progression opportunities

This is a genuinely supportive, no-nonsense practice that just wants good vets to do good work. If that sounds like your kind of place, I’d love to tell you more