Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Are you an Veterinary Surgeon with a Surgical Bias looking to take that next step in your career? If so, this could be the job that you are looking for! Job Reference: SK - 5187

Our client is a corporately owned practice in Mitcham, who are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a progressive, family-owned veterinary group, where you will have access to modern facilities, excellent clinical support, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development.

The Package:

From £50,000 Increasing with Experience

• Quarterly recognition payment
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Income protection
• Electric car scheme
• Boost employee benefits and discounts
• Help at Hand for health and wellbeing
• Funded memberships
• Surgery discounts
• CPD allowance
• 25 holidays a year plus bank holidays
• Internal leadership training

Working Hours / Rota

The successful candidate will be required to work on a 1:4 weekend rota alongside the wider team. Further flexibility in the rota can be discussed to help support a healthy work-life balance.

Role Description

The role will involve providing preventive care, treating a varied caseload of sick and injured pets, and promoting pet wellbeing to the highest standards. You will be responsible for delivering clinical excellence across both consultations and surgeries. This position is particularly well suited to someone with an interest in advanced soft tissue surgery and orthopaedics, although this is not essential. The practice values team integration, so strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with clinical and non-clinical colleagues are essential.

Team Size

You will join a supportive team made up of experienced Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Nurses, and a team of Customer Experience Coordinators, all led by a Customer Experience Manager. Several members of the clinical team are certificate holders or currently undertaking advanced qualifications, ensuring an excellent environment for learning, support, and development.

Practice Details

This modern, purpose-built practice is part of the UK’s largest independent, family-owned veterinary group, offering exceptional care within the local community. The surgery is light, spacious, and equipped with the latest technology, enabling the team to provide the highest standards of veterinary medicine. The practice culture is focused on creating an environment where colleagues love to work, patients remain calm, and clients feel reassured. The group is proud of its commitment to continuous improvement, with ongoing CPD at every level and consistent investment into its growing team.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for delivering outstanding clinical care and customer service. You should be confident in both medical and surgical cases, with a particular interest in advanced soft tissue surgery and orthopaedics being highly desirable. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a wider team are essential. This role would suit a motivated, team-oriented individual who is looking for a supportive practice where they can continue to develop and progress their career.

? …

✉ Sam@tempus-recruitment.com

01626 249 108

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

07-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English