Small Animal Vet Up to £70k Car & Accommodation

Overview

Small Animal Vet - Barnsley, South Yorkshire

The Role

• Our client is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon with 1 to 5 years of recent UK experience in small animal practice.
• This position is ideal for a candidate looking to expand their medical and surgical skills in a supportive, family-run, non-corporate environment.
• The role offers a diverse caseload, including 20-30 different surgical procedures daily, with each vet allocated two hours of operating time every day.
• Full-time with alternating four and five-day work weeks.
• Daily two-hour lunch breaks.
• No night emergency duties.

About The Candidate

• The successful candidate will work alongside a team of 14 enthusiastic veterinary surgeons, including four certificate holders, and will benefit from the support of a highly skilled nursing team comprising 14 veterinary nurses and five auxiliary nurses.
• The practice fosters a collaborative atmosphere where team members are encouraged to learn from and support one another.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 to 5 years of recent UK experience in small animal practice.
• Proficiency in basic surgical skills.
• A commitment to professional development and teamwork.

Salary

They are offering a very competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000 per annum, reflective of skills and experience.

The Benefits Package

• An estate car is provided for work and personal use.
• Six weeks of annual leave, plus all but one bank holiday.
• £3,000 CPD allowance and comprehensive Vet Defence cover.
• Fully furnished accommodation available.

The Practice

The practice is a well-established, independent veterinary organisation offering a wide range of services, including general medicine, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures. The main centre is equipped with five operating theatres and an in-house hydrotherapy and physiotherapy centre. Additionally, there are seven air-conditioned consulting branches, ensuring a comfortable working environment.

The Location

The practice is located near Sheffield and the Pennines, offering access to excellent schools, housing, and transport links, including proximity to five airports within an hour's drive.

Reference

Reference: Job Reference No JN-8