Area Veterinary Surgeon - Essex
| Posting date: | 16 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
| Location: | SS17 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-55161-20726 |
Summary
Area Veterinary Surgeon - Essex
• Multi-Site Variety – Work across three well-established practices, collaborating with diverse teams and handling a wide-ranging caseload
• Structured Flexibility – Enjoy a planned rota that offers both consistency and the excitement of different cases and practice settings
• Professional Growth – Access generous CPD funding, funded certificate opportunities, and strong mentoring support to advance clinical skills
• Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive salary up to £60,000 DOE, private medical cover, enhanced annual leave, and visa/relocation support
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Area Veterinary Surgeon to join their progressive, multi-site team in a popular Essex town. This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet who enjoys variety, professional development, and the chance to make a genuine impact across three well-established practices.
The Role
The Area Veterinary Surgeon will work across three practices, collaborating with multiple teams and managing a diverse and engaging caseload. This role combines consistency with variety: a flexible, structured rota is planned in advance, ensuring organised days while offering the excitement of different cases and practice environments.
Key responsibilities include:
• Delivering exceptional clinical care during consultations and procedures.
• Providing outstanding client service with clear patient updates and tailored treatment plans.
• Upholding the highest standards of regulatory and operational compliance.
• Mentoring and guiding colleagues to enhance their skills and clinical confidence.
• Supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures to optimise clinic performance.
About You
The ideal candidate will be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for small animal care and a positive, proactive approach. They will be confident working both within a team and independently, including sole charge when required. Experience in routine surgeries and an interest in coaching and influencing colleagues are essential.
Location
Based in a clean, community-oriented, and family-friendly area of Essex, the practices are perfectly situated for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to countryside and coastal walks. Residents enjoy a welcoming atmosphere and excellent local amenities.
Key Benefits
• Excellent salary up to £60,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance and health cash plan (dental, physio, optical) with 24/7 private GP service
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• 24-hour counselling support
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising to 6 weeks with service)
• Additional paid “Day for You” leave
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid CPD leave, with funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical options (length of service based)
• Cycle to Work scheme and staff discounts
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support
Skills & Experience
• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient and client care
• Strong team collaboration and clinical leadership skills
• Experience supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures
• Skilled in mentoring and developing colleagues
How to Apply
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to enjoy a rewarding role with variety, professional growth, and a welcoming community. Interested candidates are invited to apply now to join a forward-thinking team delivering outstanding veterinary care.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to w.kovach-ward@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: JOB-55161