Part-Time Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Redcar

Salary: £45,000+ FTE DOE + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Part-Time Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing, 100% independent first-opinion practice in Redcar. Offering genuine clinical freedom, a supportive team and an excellent work-life balance, this role is ideal for a vet who enjoys varied GP work and wants to help shape a developing practice.

Why Join?

• 20 hours per week with no out-of-hours, on-call or bank holiday work.
• Clinical freedom with no corporate hierarchy or shareholder pressure.
• £1,500 CPD allowance, funded certificates and opportunities to develop clinical interests.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid, plus five weeks' holiday and bank holidays (pro rata).
• Relocation accommodation available and opportunities to develop laparoscopic surgery skills at a sister practice.

The Role

Opened in October 2025, this new independent small animal practice is committed to high-quality patient care, continuity and valuing its team.

The successful vet will enjoy a varied caseload of consultations and surgery, manage cases from start to finish and build lasting client relationships. The role includes one day per week in sole charge, with veterinary support available from a sister practice.

As an independent practice, new ideas are welcomed and clinical decisions remain in the hands of the veterinary team, with opportunities to influence the practice's growth and pursue individual interests.

Hours

• Tuesday: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
• Thursday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
• Friday: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

Additional hours may be available. Salary is dependent on experience and pro rata for part-time hours.

About the Candidate

The practice is seeking a motivated Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon confident in first-opinion consultations and routine surgery, with a passion for patient care, client communication and teamwork.

Based in the North East coastal town of Redcar, this is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a rewarding veterinary career with genuine autonomy and a better work-life balance.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.radford@purovets.com

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-59959