Job ID: 16302
Job Title: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Region: West Midlands
County: Worcestershire
Profession: Veterinary Surgeon
Category: Small Animal
Position: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Ongoing
Accommodation: No
Job Description: Veterinary Surgeon – Redditch, Worcestershire
Salary up to £75,000 FTE DOE | No OOH | Excellent Work-Life Balance
We're recruiting on behalf of a friendly, well-established 100% small animal practice in the heart of Redditch. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys a varied caseload, values clinical freedom, and wants to be part of a genuinely supportive and welcoming team.
About the Practice
You'll be joining a fantastic, close-knit team consisting of:
4 FTE Veterinary Surgeons
6 Registered Veterinary Nurses
4 Receptionists
1 Practice Manager
The practice prides itself on creating a psychologically safe and collaborative environment where vets are encouraged to work up their own cases while having the support of experienced colleagues whenever needed. You'll also benefit from being part of a wider local veterinary community, providing additional opportunities for collaboration and professional development.
The Role
Permanent position
30–37 hours per week
4-day working week
1 in 4 Saturdays (9am–2pm)
No out-of-hours
No bank holiday working
Responsibilities
Delivering a mix of consultations and surgical procedures
Managing and developing your own cases
Occasional sole-charge shifts
Supporting and mentoring veterinary students during placements
Maintaining high standards of clinical care and patient welfare
This role offers an excellent balance of consulting and surgery, with plenty of autonomy alongside a supportive team environment.
About You
We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is:
Experienced and confident in first-opinion small animal practice
Comfortable with a mix of consultations, surgery and occasional sole charge
Friendly, approachable and team-oriented
Passionate about delivering excellent patient and client care
RCVS registered (or eligible to register)
Training & Development
The practice is fully committed to helping its team develop and progress.
You'll benefit from:
✨ Funded and encouraged CPD
✨ Support towards certificates and further qualifications
✨ Mentoring opportunities with visiting peripatetic surgeons
✨ A culture that actively promotes learning and professional growth
Location
Located in Redditch, the practice benefits from excellent transport links and easy access to local amenities. Birmingham is just 15 miles away, offering a wealth of shopping, dining and entertainment options, as well as an international airport for those who enjoy travelling.
For those who prefer the outdoors, beautiful Worcestershire countryside is right on the doorstep, providing the perfect balance between urban convenience and green open spaces.
Salary & Benefits
Salary up to £75,000 FTE (dependent on experience)
6.6 weeks' paid holiday including bank holidays
£1,750 CPD allowance per annum
Health Shield cash plan, including contributions towards a wide range of health and wellbeing treatments
RCVS membership paid
Two additional professional memberships paid
VDS cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
Discounted veterinary fees
My Perks employee discount platform, including shopping, travel and entertainment savings
Cycle to Work scheme
Ongoing CPD and training support
Company sick pay
Annual pay reviews
Colleague engagement initiatives
Strong focus on employee wellbeing
Career progression opportunities
Relocation support available, subject to discussion as part of the offer
If you're looking for a supportive practice where you can enjoy clinical freedom, a varied caseload and an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.