Veterinary Surgeon — Community-Focused Small Animal Practice(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
About the Practice Environment
The Bamber Bridge clinic — locally recognised as Withy Grove Vets — is a well-established suburban practice known for strong community ties and high clinical standards. The location offers excellent travel links to major cities and scenic countryside, making it an appealing base for both professional and personal life.
You’ll work alongside experienced vets (including a surgery certificate holder), supported by skilled nurses and a dedicated client care team. Collaboration is strengthened through close links with Medivet’s nearby 24-hour hospital network, allowing internal referrals and shared expertise for complex cases.
The clinic is equipped for advanced diagnostics and surgery, including minimally invasive procedures, imaging tools, and modern anaesthetic monitoring — and is currently undergoing refurbishment to further enhance patient care.
What the Role Involves
In this position, you will:
- Deliver high-standard clinical care across consultations and surgical procedures
- Build trust with clients through clear communication and tailored treatment planning
- Work collaboratively to maintain safe, compliant, and efficient clinical practice
- Share knowledge and support team development
- Contribute ideas that shape the future direction of the clinic
- This role suits a vet who enjoys being clinically active, values teamwork, and wants to grow within a supportive structure.
Work Pattern & Flexibility
- Four-day working week
- No out-of-hours duties
- Fair weekend rotation (shared Saturday or full weekend cover)
- Flexible arrangements considered to support work–life balance
Benefits Designed Around You
Health & Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan from day one
- 24/7 wellbeing and counselling support
- Life assurance (3× salary)
Leave & Time Off
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
- Increasing entitlement with service
- Additional paid personal day each year
Professional Development
- £1,500 CPD allowance + paid CPD leave
- Access to internal clinical communities and hospitals
- Funded certifications and career pathways
Additional Support
- Professional fees covered via Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons registration support
- Coverage of relevant memberships including British Veterinary Association
- Relocation and visa sponsorship options
- Sabbatical opportunities linked to service
Lifestyle Perks
- Cycle to work scheme
- Travel/season ticket loan options
- Staff discounts on services and products
Who This Role Is For
You’re a qualified MRCVS vet who cares deeply about clinical quality and compassionate service. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and want to grow in an environment that values mentorship, learning, and initiative.
About the Employer
Medivet operates a large network of practices and referral centres across the UK and Europe. Its model focuses on combining strong clinical standards with genuine staff support — providing resources, development pathways, and community-led practice culture.
Helpful UK Government & Professional Resources
These external resources may support your move, registration, and employment understanding:
- UK skilled worker visa guidance
- Employment rights overview
- Workplace health and safety guidance
- Professional registration standards
- Continuing professional development framework
