Job ID: 14560
Job Title: Senior Veterinary Surgeon – Sole Charge GP Role
Region: London
County: South London
Profession: Veterinary Surgeon
Category: Small Animal
Position: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Ongoing
Accommodation: Yes
Job Description: Senior Veterinary Surgeon – Sole Charge GP Role
📍 Croydon, South London | Up to £85K FTE | 4-Day Week | Accommodation Available
We’re on the lookout for a confident and ambitious Veterinary Surgeon who’s ready for a positive new challenge — stepping into a senior, sole charge GP role at a thriving practice in Croydon, South London.
This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys clinical independence, is ready to take ownership of a practice, and is passionate about working within a strong, supportive network.
🩺 The Role
This is a sole charge first opinion GP role, suited to a vet confident with routine consultations and surgeries, and ready to play a key leadership role within the team. You’ll also be responsible for supporting and guiding an additional vet who rotates between Croydon, New Addington, and Caterham branches.
Rota:
4-day week (Monday to Thursday)
1:4 branch Saturday rotation
1:10 Sunday rotation at Stone Lion Hospital (Wimbledon)
1 bank holiday per year
No on-call
🤝 Support Structure
Between Croydon and New Addington, you’ll work alongside experienced RVNs, student nurses, and front-of-house staff — a close-knit team that plays an integral part in daily life and helps maintain excellent morale.
Clinical back-up from a nearby 24-hour hospital for any complex cases or OOH care.
Ongoing guidance from a dedicated Regional Manager and Regional Head Vet, who provide both operational support and expert clinical insight when needed.
💰 What’s on Offer
💷 £64,000 – £85,000 FTE, depending on experience
🚀 CPD encouraged and supported — including management development opportunities
🏡 Accommodation available at nearby New Addington
🌴 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
📚 Annual CPD budget + 5 days’ paid CPD leave
🩺 Private Medical Insurance
🍽️ Paid lunch breaks
🛍️ Shopping and staff discounts
🐶 Generous staff pet discount + 20% off Petplan
🎁 Employee Assistance Programme & medical cashback plan
👩⚕️ Professional fees fully covered
🌍 Location Perks
Positioned south of the river, this role offers the best of both worlds:
A short distance from Kingston upon Thames for weekend river walks and boutique shopping
Easy access to Brixton and Central London for nights out and cultural hotspots
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated vet to take a senior step in their career, enjoy clinical freedom, and be part of a friendly, well-supported team.
Ready to lead with confidence? Apply today.