Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Overview

We’re excited to offer a unique and flexible opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and forward-thinking team across two well-established practices: Hall Place Veterinary Centre in Maidenhead and Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice in High Wycombe. This shared role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their working day – offering the best of both worlds: the clinical challenge of a hospital-style environment with advanced facilities at Hall Place, and the rewarding connection of a village-style practice embedded in the local community at Cherry Tree. Up to £75,000 DOE, relocation allowance up to £5,000, welcome bonus up to £5,000. Hospital Facilities and Community Practice | Flexible Working | No OOH or Bank Holidays | Supportive, Experienced Team

The Role

Your week will be a mixture of consulting and surgery, with some sole charge. You’ll enjoy a 4-day week with weekends on a shared rota, and no out-of-hours or bank holiday work. We’re open to discussing part-time options to fit around your lifestyle and commitments. You’ll be working alongside a 13-vet team, including several certificate holders in surgery, internal medicine, and cardio­logy, offering ample support, collaboration, and clinical growth.

About The Practices

Hall Place Vets – A multi-site practice centred around a converted barn in Pinkney’s Green, surrounded by Berkshire countryside. The hospital and branches offer excellent facilities including laparoscopy, endoscopy and arthroscopy; digital x-ray, ultrasound, and video otoscopy; dedicated dental suite with dental x-ray; isolation facilities, slit lamp, tonopen and more; air-conditioned throughout.

Cherry Tree Vets – Located in High Wycombe, a well-loved village practice with a loyal client base and strong ties to the community. This is an environment to connect with clients while maintaining high clinical standards, ideal for vets who value continuity of care and relationship-based practice.

Why Join Us

A varied and rewarding caseload across two complementary practice settings

A welcoming, experienced, and supportive team culture

Clinical freedom and autonomy – your ideas and input are valued

Flexibility to suit your career stage and personal life

Ongoing support for development and certificates

Salary and Benefits

Competitive base salary up to £75,000 DOE

Relocation allowance up to £5,000

Welcome bonus up to £5,000

Work-life balance with 6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Wellbeing and Development

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)

Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

£1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

Certificate support; learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia; research funding available for Vets and Nurses

Care Fund: £1,250 per annum to spend on care for pets

Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships and Other Benefits

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility criteria apply)

Voluntary benefits with flexible options; discounts with retailers

Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

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