Veterinary Surgeon

Location Essex
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £65k + £5k Welcome Bonus
Contact name: Sophie Gould

Contact email: sophie-paige@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3056
Published: 26 days ago

Up to £65K DOE + £5K Welcome Bonus | Visa Sponsorship Available | No OOH

Looking for a role that combines clinical variety, a brilliant team, and a genuinely healthy work-life balance? We’re working with a modern, forward-thinking practice in Essex that’s expanding its vet team—and it might just be the fresh start you’ve been looking for.

Why this role stands out:

  • Flexible rota – full or part-time options considered

  • No OOH, bank holidays, or on-call

  • Only 1 in 4 weekends, with proper time back

  • Hands-on Clinical Director and strong mentoring support

  • Option to grow into a clinical interest or work toward a certificate

You’d be joining a close-knit team of 3 experienced vets (including a dermatology certificate holder), 4 RVNs, student nurses, VCAs and a brilliant reception crew. The team culture is relaxed, collaborative, and open—perfect for someone who values support and shared success.

What the practice offers:

  • Purpose-built, modern facilities with all the expected kit

  • Confidence in routine consults and surgeries needed (sole charge occasional)

  • Varied caseload with loyal clients and clinical freedom encouraged

  • Supportive environment ideal for vets still building confidence or ready to specialise

The package:

  • Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience

  • £5,000 welcome or relocation bonus

  • Visa sponsorship available

  • Funded CPD and support for certificates

  • Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS, BVA etc.)

  • Healthcare plan, pension, and generous staff discounts

  • Free parking and great public transport links

Location perks:
Set in a well-connected part of Essex, you're just 40 mins from central London by train, minutes from Southend and the coastline, and surrounded by green space, shops, restaurants, and family-friendly communities.

If you’re looking to join a team where you’ll be supported, valued, and able to enjoy your job again—let’s chat.

Get in touch with Sophie at sophie@lloydandcowan.com or call 07519119233 for a confidential discussion.

Know someone else who might be interested? Refer them our way and we’ll thank you with £200 in vouchers if we place them. All enquiries treated in strictest confidence.