Veterinary Surgeon

Location Morden
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £75,000
Contact name: Nicola Graham

Contact email: nicola@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 1451
Published: about 8 hours ago

Lloyd & Cowan are working with a well-established small animal practice in South London for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for surgery.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet eager to focus on surgical cases, supported by a well-equipped theatre capable of handling a range of soft tissue and minor orthopaedic procedures.

About the Practice
The practice is modern, spacious, and designed with both patients and clients in mind. Facilities include:

  • 4 consultation rooms, including a bereavement room.
  • Separate cat and dog wards, with walk-in kennels for larger dogs.
  • A dedicated surgical theatre and ops room.
  • Two prep rooms and a dedicated ultrasound and X-ray suite.
  • A VIP cat lounge with Feliway blankets and calming features for feline patients.

The team includes an experienced Lead Vet with over 30 years in medicine, a skilled RVN, two Patient Care Assistants, and a Client Care Assistant, ensuring a supportive and collaborative environment.

Located just a 10-minute walk from Morden Underground (Northern Line), the practice is easily accessible and surrounded by green spaces, including Morden Park, Richmond Park, and a National Trust Park.

Key Benefits

  • Salary up to £75,000 per year
  • Private Medical Insurance from day one.
  • Health cash plan (dental, physio, and optical services) with a 24/7 private GP service.
  • Life Assurance (3x salary).
  • 24-hour counselling support.
  • 5 weeks of annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising to 6 weeks with service).
  • Additional ‘Day for You’ – a paid day off for personal use.
  • Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days of paid leave.
  • Access to internal CPD and Clinical Communities.
  • Fully funded certificate opportunities.
  • VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees covered.
  • Sabbatical leave based on length of service.
  • Interest-free Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Discounts on practice products and services.
  • Tier 2 visa sponsorship and relocation support available.

About You

  • RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
  • Experienced in delivering exceptional patient and client care.
  • Confident in clinical leadership and mentoring.
  • Skilled in fostering a progressive, team-oriented clinical culture.
  • Knowledgeable in supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures.
  • Proficient in coaching and influencing to achieve team success.


If you’re an experienced vet with a passion for surgery, we’d love to hear from you. This is your chance to thrive in a supportive, well-equipped environment while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and clients. Submit your application today via Apply or send your CV to nicola@lloydandcowan.com

If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.

All applications will be treated in the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE.